Website PKF Zambia Chartered Accountants
Department
Audit
Location
Lusaka, Zambia
Position Type
Permanent
Applications Time
2025-06-26 – 2025-06-30
About the position
Reports to: Audit Supervisor
Purpose of the Role
The Audit Semi-Senior will play a key role in supporting audit engagements from planning through to completion. Working under the guidance of Audit Seniors and Managers, you will be instrumental in executing audit procedures, meticulously documenting findings, and ensuring all work adheres to professional standards and firm methodologies. This position is ideal for someone ready to deepen their technical knowledge and contribute to the delivery of exceptional client service
Detailed Job Responsibilities
Execute detailed audit procedures, including control testing, substantive testing, and analytical procedures.
Prepare clear, concise, and complete audit work papers that support audit conclusions.
Perform technical analysis on assigned audit sections, identifying exceptions and unusual trends.
Assist in identifying basic audit risks and understanding how audit procedures address these risks.
Interact professionally with client staff to obtain necessary information and clarify queries.
Communicate progress, challenges, and initial findings to senior team members.
Contribute to the preparation of audit deliverables and ensure compliance with quality control procedures.
Begin to review work performed by junior staff (as assigned).
Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Progress towards a professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, CA) is highly preferred.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in external audit within a professional services firm, demonstrating progressive responsibility
Must be a member of ZICA
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong analytical skills
Proven ability to lead, supervise, and develop junior staff.
Ability to maintain the confidentiality of matters as required
Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines with attention to detail
Ability to communicate effectively in business English, both written and verbally
Familiarity and proficiency with Microsoft Office
Ability to provide Excellent service to both internal and external customers
HOW TO APPLY
Please send your application letter and other credentials as a single PDF to jobs@zm.pkf.com and state the email subject as Audit Semi-Senior
NOTES
The closing date for receipt of applications is 30 June 2025 17:00 hours. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Address the applications to The Director – Human Resources.
Contact
The Human Resources Director jobs@zm.pkf.com
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