Risk and Quality Manager

Job Profile Summary 

We are seeking a Manager to join the Western Cape Risk and Quality team within Assurance practice. This pivotal role provides the opportunity to lead quality initiatives and directly elevate the standard of engagements delivered by the Western Cape Assurance practice. Working closely with the Group Risk Management Partner, you will play a central role in reviewing modified opinions, monitoring audit quality indicators, and embedding quality-focused practices to ensure excellence remains at the heart of our work. 

Success in this role requires strong collaboration with diverse stakeholders, a proactive mindset, and a commitment to strengthening risk management processes while driving continuous improvement across the assurance practice.

Job Description 

Key Responsibilities 

• Support the Western Cape Assurance Risk Management Partner in reviewing local modified opinion consultations and engagement acceptances relating to modified opinions and AUPs. 

• Liaise with the national audit technical team to ensure consistency and alignment on technical matters. 

• Provide risk management support to the Western Cape Assurance practice. 

• Develop and deliver training content to the assurance practice, including quarterly Risk and Quality training. 

• Support the Western Cape Learning & Development (L&D) team to design and present training initiatives that embed a culture of quality. 

• Monitor and analyse Audit Quality Indicators (AQIs) to identify trends, assess compliance, and report findings to R&Q teams, ensuring timely remediation of quality risks. 

Qualifications and Skills 

• Sound technical audit knowledge (ISA, IFRS). 

• Strong ability to research, interpret, and apply the correct guidance. 

• Intellectual curiosity with a strong commitment to continuous learning. 

• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy. 

• Ability to work independently while thriving in a collaborative team environment. 

• Strong organisational skills with the capacity to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with confidence in engaging stakeholders at all levels (partners, managers, and staff). 

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). 

• Commitment to embracing digital transformation and leveraging technology to enhance training and quality initiatives.