Location: Port Vila, Vanuatu

Firm: Barrett &Partners

Term 2- 3 years
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reporting To: Partners

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Auditor to join our Audit and Accounting Department

The primary role is to undertake and supervise financial and compliance audits for diverse range of companies and organizations.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a good knowledge of International Financial Reporting and International Auditing standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute external audit engagements for SMEs using the firm’s online methodology.
• Prepare, review and evaluate statutory financial statements prepared under IFRS and/or IPSAS
• Perform risk-based audit planning and substantive testing.
• Assess and report on internal controls environments
• Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks (VAT , Companies Act, Anti Money Laundering & Counter Fraud Terrorism ) requirements.
• Development, Implementation and training of new audit software tools
• Supervise and mentor junior auditors; review their work for quality and completeness.
• Communicate audit findings and recommendations to client management and partners.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, and/or professional qualification.
• 3–5 years of external audit experience, preferably within an accountancy practice.
• Strong IFRS and IAS knowledge auditing SMEs
• Proficiency in audit software and data analytics tools.
• Preferably previous exposure to Pacific Island lifestyle.

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and technical accounting skills.
• Ability to manage multiple client engagements and meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Working knowledge of Xero , MYOB and other accounting software.

What We Offer

• Competitive tax free salary
• Free international medical insurance
• Return Air fares.
• Diversity in roles and responsibilities.
• Potential for career development.
• Newly renovated office
• Benefit from a diverse cross culture social and working environment.