Audit Senior

External Audit Senior | CA(SA)
GCO Partners — People-First Talent-as-a-Service

GCO Partners connects exceptional professionals from Africa and beyond to meaningful global work—without relocation. We are partnering with a leading international accounting firm seeking a high-performing senior external auditorto support UK-based audit engagements.

This opportunity is suited to a qualified professional who can operate at senior level from day one, take ownership of engagements, and deliver quality outcomes within a collaborative global team environment.

Location: Johannesburg - Hybrid or Remote
Engagement: Annual Renewable Contract

As an External Audit Senior, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality external audit services across a varied portfolio of UK clients. You will lead engagements from planning through completion, work directly with international stakeholders, and contribute to the development of junior team members while strengthening your global exposure.

Lead external audit engagements from planning through to completion and partner review

Perform risk assessments, substantive testing, and analytical procedures across diverse client portfolios

Manage timelines, budgets, and deliverables to ensure efficient engagement execution

Liaise directly with international clients to resolve queries and maintain engagement momentum

Review work prepared by junior team members, providing clear guidance and coaching

Prepare high‑quality working papers and audit documentation aligned with professional standards

Identify control weaknesses and provide practical recommendations to clients

CA(SA), ACCA or CIMA

Minimum 2‑3year's post‑articles external audit experience within a professional services environment

Proven UK GAAP audit experience (essential), with a focus on SME / owner‑managed entities

Demonstrated experience leading audit sections or full engagements

Ability to work independently with strong accountability and ownership

Strong stakeholder communication and relationship‑management capability

Proficiency in audit tools (Case Ware, CCH, Pro Audit, Inflow) and Microsoft Office

Meaningful exposure to international audit environments

Integration into high‑performing global teams

Structured collaboration and professional growth

Stable, quality‑driven engagement model within a people‑first organisation

If you are a motivated Audit Senior ready to accelerate your global exposure while working from South Africa, we encourage you to apply with your updated CV outlining your experience and achievements.