Short Summary of the purpose of the role:The purpose is to assist the quality consultant and director with operational responsibility in ensuring that the firm has a system of quality management that complies with the International Standard on Quality Management (ISQM) 1 and 2, applicable standards, laws, and regulations as well as the firm’s policies and procedures.The quality manager will assist in identifying and assessing quality risks, designing and implementing responses to address those risks, and monitoring and remediating deficiencies in the system of quality management. The quality manager is responsible for providing guidance, training, and support to other personnel in the firm on quality matters.Academic Qualifications Required :Bcom degree with completed SAICA articles.CTA or CA(SA) qualification will be advantageous.Skills, Competencies, and Experience Required:SkillsCommunication skillsOrganisational skillsTime-management skillsTraining skillsProblem-solving skillsMulti-tasking skillsInterpersonal skillsStrong background and experience with audit methodologies and techniquesKnowledge of independent reviewsIn-depth knowledge of International Accounting Standards (IAS)In-depth knowledge of IFRS and IFRS for SMEsIn-depth knowledge of International Standards for AuditingIn-depth knowledge of the SAICA, IRBA, and IESBA Code of Professional ConductKnowledge of SAICA & IRBA Continuing Professional Development PoliciesKnowledge of ISQM 1 and ISQM 2Knowledge of the South African Auditing Practice Statements (SAAPs) especially SAAPS 3Attention to detailPolicy drafting skillsAbility to work in a teamCompetenciesAcademic/technical knowledge at an advanced levelProfessionalismExperienceCompleted SAICA articles with an auditing backgroundRequired Computer Packages:Microsoft OfficeCasewareCaseware Audit InternationalExcel (advanced knowledge will be advantageous for reporting purposes)Greatsoft (advantageous)