Senior Manager - Audit

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Audit Manager to lead end‑to‑end audit engagements for our Auckland office. Reporting to Audit Partners, you will oversee planning, fieldwork and delivery while fostering a collaborative team environment.

Key responsibilities

• Lead audit engagements from planning through completion, ensuring timely, high‑quality delivery.
• Manage team workflow, deadlines and keep partners and stakeholders informed of progress.
• Coach and develop junior staff, providing constructive feedback and fostering a positive learning environment.
• Apply audit methodology and accounting standards across all engagements.
• Ensure compliance with ethics, independence and quality standards, mitigating risks appropriately.
• Identify audit and accounting issues early and propose practical solutions to partners and clients.
• Manage budgets and timelines, including cost analysis and client discussions.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, balancing requirements with audit deliverables.
• Contribute to technical capability uplift by leading training sessions and sharing knowledge.

Required profile

• 5+ years of audit experience within a professional services firm.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• CA or ACA qualification.
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to manage budgets and timelines.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.

Required skills

• Audit methodology
• Accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, GAAP)
• Budget management
• Risk assessment

What we offer

• Supportive environment focused on professional development.
• Opportunities to work on diverse projects across various industries.
• Collaboration with experienced professionals.
• Emphasis on innovation, continuous learning and career growth.