Partner/Director - Statutory Audit (12-20 yrs)

The Statutory Audit Partner is a senior leadership role responsible for leading and managing the statutory audit function within an audit firm or department. This role involves overseeing the audit of financial statements, ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, and providing valuable insights to clients.

Key Responsibilities:

Client Engagement:

- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, serving as a trusted advisor on audit matters.

- Understand clients' businesses, industries, and specific audit requirements.

Audit Leadership:

- Lead and oversee statutory audit engagements, including planning, execution, and completion of audits.

- Ensure audits are conducted in accordance with applicable auditing standards and regulatory requirements.

Team Management:

- Manage and mentor audit teams, including audit managers, seniors, and staff.

- Assign audit tasks, review workpapers, and provide guidance to audit staff.

- Conduct performance evaluations and facilitate professional development.

Quality Assurance:

- Maintain a focus on audit quality and adherence to professional standards.

- Review and approve audit documentation, findings, and reports.

- Ensure that audit workpapers and documentation are comprehensive and accurate.

Risk Assessment:

- Assess and evaluate the risks associated with audit clients.

- Develop audit strategies and plans to address identified risks.

- Stay current with changes in auditing standards, regulations, and industry trends.

Compliance and Reporting:

- Ensure that financial statements and audit reports comply with statutory and regulatory requirements.

- Provide clear and concise audit reports with valuable insights and recommendations to clients.

Client Communication:

- Communicate audit findings, recommendations, and potential issues to clients.

- Collaborate with clients to address audit-related concerns and improve internal controls.

Business Development:

- Identify opportunities for additional services and business development within existing client relationships.

- Participate in client proposals, presentations, and negotiations.

Ethical Conduct:

- Maintain the highest level of professional ethics and integrity in all audit activities.

- Uphold the reputation and credibility of the audit firm.