US Auditor (South Africa)

CAS

Job Overview

Location

South Africa

Job Type

Full-time

Full Job Description

📋 Description

• As a US Auditor for CAS, you will be the cornerstone of financial integrity for a diverse portfolio of US-based clients, operating entirely remotely from South Africa. This role demands a meticulous approach to planning and executing comprehensive audits, transforming complex accounting standards into actionable insights, and proactively identifying and strengthening client controls to prevent potential issues from escalating into formal findings. You will be an integral partner to accounting teams and CPA firms across various US time zones, demonstrating a unique blend of analytical rigor and practical application. Your ability to document audit processes and conclusions in a clear, logical, and defensible manner will be paramount, ensuring your work stands up to the highest levels of scrutiny.
• This is a full-time Independent Contractor position with an exclusivity clause, meaning once hired, you will dedicate your professional efforts solely to CAS, foregoing any other part-time or freelance engagements. If you are driven by precision, possess a deep understanding of audit methodologies, and excel in crisp, professional communication, this opportunity is designed for you.
• In this role, you will orchestrate the entire audit lifecycle, from the initial kickoff to the final wrap-up. This includes setting appropriate materiality thresholds, conducting thorough risk assessments, mapping out client processes, and designing audit procedures that effectively test the most critical areas. You will delve beyond the surface of financial statements, examining control design effectiveness, the quality of evidence, and the logic behind sampling methodologies. Ultimately, you will package your findings and conclusions into a comprehensive narrative that is easily understood and followed by any reviewer or regulatory body.
• The position offers significant variety, exposing you to a wide range of industries, accounting systems, and client maturity levels. You will be empowered with real ownership of your work, with opportunities to refine existing audit playbooks, mentor junior team members, and contribute to the continuous improvement of our audit methodologies. Your impact will extend beyond individual engagements, as you will consistently leave each client with strengthened financial controls and a clearer understanding of their operations.
• Your responsibilities will encompass the full spectrum of audit planning and execution. This includes defining engagement scope, materiality, and risk assessment strategies, and developing tailored audit programs that align with each client's unique size, industry, and internal control environment. You will conduct in-depth walkthroughs of key business processes, such as revenue recognition, purchasing, payroll, and inventory management, meticulously documenting narratives and flowcharts, and rigorously testing the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls.
• You will execute substantive audit procedures, including designing and performing analytical procedures and detailed testing of account balances and transactions. This involves verifying existence, valuation, completeness, and accuracy of financial data. A significant focus will be placed on evaluating ASC 606 revenue recognition principles, including the assessment of contracts, performance obligations, and variable consideration, as well as ASC 842 lease accounting standards, covering classification, recognition of right-of-use assets, and appropriate discount rate selection.
• Auditing key estimates and complex accounting areas will be a core function. This includes, but is not limited to, evaluating accounts receivable allowances, inventory valuation (lower of cost or net realizable value), asset impairments, contingencies, share-based compensation, and depreciation and amortization calculations. You will apply sound judgment and technical expertise to these critical areas.
• A strong understanding and application of sampling methodologies are essential. You will employ defensible sampling approaches, reconcile financial data populations, and leverage data analysis tools, such as queries and pivot tables, to identify outliers, anomalies, and potential misstatements. Your workpapers will be meticulously constructed to tell a clear and compelling audit story, including the development of client request lists (PBC lists), tie-outs, and cross-references. You will maintain GAAS-compliant documentation, ensuring all conclusions are well-supported and notes are reviewer-ready.
• Identifying and communicating control deficiencies and recommending remediation steps will be a key output. You will communicate audit status, findings, and recommendations with calm, professional, and client-friendly clarity, fostering a collaborative approach to issue resolution. Staying current with US GAAS (AICPA) and relevant GAAP updates is crucial, as is the consistent application of firm methodology and prompt support for reviewer comments.
• Finally, you will manage the audit wrap-up process, including the review of client representation letters, performance of subsequent events procedures, and the finalization of reporting deliverables such as management letters and audit reports. Your attention to detail and commitment to quality will ensure a smooth and effective closing to each engagement.

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field.
• A minimum of 3 years of progressive US external audit experience, preferably gained in public accounting (Big 4, national, or regional firms) or an equivalent corporate internal audit role with a strong US focus.
• Demonstrated strong command of US Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (US GAAS) as issued by the AICPA, and a deep understanding of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP). Prior exposure to PCAOB standards is considered a significant advantage.
• Proficiency with common audit software suites such as Caseware, CCH ProSystem fx Engagement, Workpaper Manager, or similar platforms, alongside experience with cloud-based collaboration and document management tools.
• Solid skills in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets, including advanced functions like VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, and complex reconciliations. Comfort and experience working directly with client accounting systems and General Ledgers (e.g., QuickBooks Online, Xero, NetSuite, SAP, Oracle) is essential.
• Exceptional written and verbal English communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical matters clearly and concisely. Must possess strong client-facing professionalism and adept stakeholder management capabilities.
• Ability to align working hours with US business hours (Eastern Time Zone preferred) to facilitate seamless collaboration and client interaction.
• Nice-to-have: Experience with data analytics tools such as IDEA, ACL, or Power Query. Experience conducting multi-location audits or familiarity with SOC engagement reports, review, or compilation engagements.

🏖️ Benefits

• Competitive monthly compensation ranging from $1,500 to $2,100 USD, commensurate with your experience, qualifications, and the complexity of the client portfolio you manage.
• Permanent Work-From-Home arrangement, providing flexibility and eliminating commute time. CAS will provide necessary company-issued equipment, including a laptop, monitor, and essential accessories to ensure you have a fully functional remote workspace.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) allowance of 15 days annually, in addition to observance of local South African public holidays, ensuring a healthy work-life balance.
• Significant professional development opportunities through exposure to a wide array of diverse US industries, modern audit technologies and software stacks, and well-documented, best-practice audit methodologies.
• A supportive and collaborative company culture that emphasizes documentation excellence, clear review standards, and active knowledge sharing among team members, fostering continuous learning and professional growth.

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CAS provides scientific information solutions to researchers, businesses, and governments worldwide. The organization curates and analyzes chemistry and related scientific data to accelerate innovation across pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, materials science, and other research-intensive industries. Its databases, analytics tools, and consulting services connect scientists, patent professionals, and commercial teams with curated chemical substance information, reactions, patents, and literature. CAS is a division of the American Chemical Society and has operated for more than a century, combining human expertise with advanced AI and machine learning to deliver authoritative scientific insights.

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