Audit Trainee job at Ardenfield Certified Public Accountants

Description

Ardenfield CPA is hiring an Audit Trainee that supports the audit team in executing audit assignments under the supervision of Audit Seniors and Audit Manager.

Responsibilities

• Assist in carrying out audit assignments for multiple clients.
• Obtain an understanding of client businesses and operations.
• Perform audit testing and document findings clearly.
• Prepare and maintain accurate audit working papers.
• Verify financial records including assets, liabilities, income, and expenses.
• Identify and report inconsistencies, errors, or unusual transactions.
• Assist in evaluating internal control systems and highlight weaknesses.
• Participate in stock counts and field audit assignments.
• Support preparation of financial statements and audit reports.
• Follow up on audit queries with clients in a timely manner.
• Ensure compliance with applicable standards including ICPAU guidelines.
• Any other duties as may be assigned by the Audit Senior, Manager, or Partners

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
• Recent graduate or up to one year of relevant work experience.
• Progression in a professional accounting qualification such as ACCA or CPA is an added advantage.
• Strong understanding of basic accounting and auditing principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel .
• Good analytical, numerical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level of integrity, professionalism and attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to learn and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong teamwork and organizational skills.
• Flexibility to travel to client sites when required.
• Interest in external audit, financial reporting and assurance services.
• Knowledge of accounting software and data analysis tools is an added advantage.
• Commitment to pursuing a professional accounting qualification and developing a career in audit.

• Assist in carrying out audit assignments for multiple clients.
• Obtain an understanding of client businesses and operations.
• Perform audit testing and document findings clearly.
• Prepare and maintain accurate audit working papers.
• Verify financial records including assets, liabilities, income, and expenses.
• Identify and report inconsistencies, errors, or unusual transactions.
• Assist in evaluating internal control systems and highlight weaknesses.
• Participate in stock counts and field audit assignments.
• Support preparation of financial statements and audit reports.
• Follow up on audit queries with clients in a timely manner.
• Ensure compliance with applicable standards including ICPAU guidelines.
• Any other duties as may be assigned by the Audit Senior, Manager, or Partners

• Strong understanding of basic accounting and auditing principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel .
• Good analytical, numerical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level of integrity, professionalism and attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to learn and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong teamwork and organizational skills.
• Flexibility to travel to client sites when required.
• Interest in external audit, financial reporting and assurance services.
• Knowledge of accounting software and data analysis tools is an added advantage.
• Commitment to pursuing a professional accounting qualification and developing a career in audit.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
• Recent graduate or up to one year of relevant work experience.
• Progression in a professional accounting qualification such as ACCA or CPA is an added advantage.