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.