About Deloitte

Deloitte is a leading provider of world-class professional services dedicated to providing value added solutions to our clients. We take pride in our reputation for providing a globally consistent quality service, an integrated approach and world-class expertise. Deloitte is renowned for its innovative and collaborative culture, where talented people work closely with like-minded individuals to achieve collective success. 

Deloitte East Africa provides seamless cross-border services to multinationals, large national enterprises, small and medium sized enterprises and the public sector, across four (4) countries in the region: Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Rwanda.

A career with Deloitte offers you the opportunity to engage with and work alongside leading corporations within the East African region, and an opportunity to start and grow your career within a dynamic and rewarding environment. You will get the support, coaching and training needed to advance your career in Uganda and within the East Africa market.

What impact will you make?

At Deloitte we have a clear purpose, to make an impact that matters to our clients, our colleagues and our communities. From professional development to leadership opportunities and career advancement, we empower our people to be their very best - because that’s how you make an impact.

Main Purpose of Job 

Deloitte East Africa currently has an exciting opportunity for dynamic persons to join our Audit team as Seniors. They will ensure that the fieldwork is conducted economically and per agreed client and Firm standards and also support Engagement Managers in delivery of services to / at client premises on delegated engagement.  

What you will do 

• Assist in planning work on assigned segments of the audit;
   
• Support the Engagement Manager in delivery of engagement / project, in specific area of competency;
  
  
• Raise issues with manager as identified in area of focus that may affect the quality of delivery or timelines of the engagement;
  
  
• Identify opportunities for follow-on work and work with management to win the business;
  
  
• Assist in development of client presentations / discussion documentation;
  
  
• Actively build business relationships that generate leads;
  
  
• Gather information to understand broader offerings of Deloitte and seek opportunities for cross-selling;
  
  
• Raise solutions to address issues in area of expertise that may enhance / renew service offerings to client; 

• Maintain quality and timeous delivery as per SLA; 

• Communicate regularly with both Engagement Manager and client to meet deliverable expectations in specific area of expertise;
  
  
• Develop productive working relationships with client staff;
  
  
• Proactively identify client needs and problem technical issues that arise and propose resolutions to address these;
  
  
• Manage risk in area of engagement in alignment with Deloitte policies; 
  
  
• Consistently review and analyse accuracy and quality of own  deliverables;
  
  
• Maintain clear communication channels with engagement team members on work status;
  
  
• Share expertise and knowledge with team members and assist where possible to ensure quality and timeous delivery of work;
  
  
• Mentor junior members of the team;
  
  
• Maintain own development and knowledge in specialized area;
  
  
• Comply with auditing and accounting standards, relevant laws and regulations (including specific local laws and regulations), ethical standards, independence requirements and the audit firm's quality control procedures; and, 

• Any other duties as may be assigned to you from time to time.

Key performance areas

1.    Strategic Impact

2.    Budgets / Profitability

3.    External / Internal Client Impact

4.    Operational Effectiveness

5.    Development / Growth of Team (only if applicable to role

Required 

• A bachelor’s degree from a recognized university;
• A master’s degree is an added advantage;
• A recognized accounting qualification (i.e. ACCA or CPA);
• At least  4 years’ professional auditing experience;
• At least 2 years’ experience post-qualification with an internationally recognised Auditing Firm;
• Thorough knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards and International Auditing Standards;  
• Well- developed computer user skills; and,
• Be a Ugandan Citizen. 

Your role as a leader

 At Deloitte we believe in the importance of leadership at all levels. We expect our people to embrace and live our purpose by challenging themselves to identify issues that are most important for our clients, our people, and for society and make an impact that matters. 

Leadership / Behavioral Capabilities

•  Living our Purpose - Identifies and embraces our purpose and values and puts these into practice in their professional life.
• Influence - Builds relationships and communicates effectively in order to positively influence peers and other stakeholders.
• Performance drive - Seeks opportunities to challenge self; teams with others across businesses and borders to deliver and takes accountability for own and team results.
• Strategic direction - Understands objectives for clients and Deloitte, aligns own work to objectives and sets personal priorities.
• Talent development - Develops self by actively seeking opportunities for growth, shares knowledge and experiences with others, and acts as a strong brand ambassador. 

 Our purpose

Deloitte is led by a purpose: to make an impact that matters. Every day, Deloitte people are making a real impact in the places they live and work. We pride ourselves on doing not only what is good for clients, but also what is good for our people and the communities in which we live and work—always striving to be an organization that is held up as a role model of quality, integrity, and positive change. Learn more about Deloitte’s impact on the world.  #ImpactThatMatters.

If you meet the above requirements, please visit our website and apply online: Deloitte East Africa Careers portal. 

Please note that candidates that do not attached their resumes and academic credentials will not be considered.

Closing date: 21 February 2020.

 We are an equal opportunity employer and do not ask individuals to pay any fees or money as part of the recruitment process.