Role Overview
We are seeking a highly motivated Executive to join our Assurance team in Gaborone. You will plan, direct and complete audits, supervise assistants, and review financial statements, reports and related technical issues. You will ensure that every phase of each engagement meets the firm’s policies, professional standards and the expectations of clients and engagement partners. You will also develop staff to their full potential and help to build the office.
Key Responsibilities
Engagement Leadership
- Lead one or more audit assignments and their teams in line with agreed standards and processes, taking responsibility for planning, fieldwork management and completion.
- Take an active part in audit planning discussions to identify audit risks and the appropriate audit strategy, consulting audit managers and partners where required.
- Ensure that significant matters arising during the audit that were not identified at the planning stage are properly assessed and addressed.
- Manage a client portfolio and build good working relationships with clients and colleagues, drawing on a thorough understanding of client operations, processes and business objectives that you share with the team.
Quality & Technical Review
- Maintain an excellent understanding of audit methodology and audit manual requirements, and recommend improvements that make the audit process more robust and efficient.
- Review and sign off the work of team members, including key audit areas handled by other staff and office specialists (tax, advisory and others), with timely file reviews at regular intervals during the assignment.
- Perform audit work in key risk areas when required, to reduce risk to an acceptable level.
- Review the financial statements against the Pentana checker and other checklists to ensure proper disclosure.
Reporting
- Prepare draft reports for partner sign-off, including the audit report, management representation and summary of significant matters.
- Review and help to prepare management letters, audit committee documents and audit reports, incorporating issues from audit findings.
People Management
- Lead team meetings and provide guidance and support to team members.
- Line manages a group of staff and delegate audit areas to team members, supervising closely where needed and retaining overall responsibility for reviewing and monitoring delegated work, so that audit objectives are met.
Experience & Skills Required
- Professional qualification (ACA, CA, ACCA) or equivalent.
- Minimum of 3 years’ relevant audit experience.
- Working knowledge of IFRS and International Standards on Auditing (ISAs).
- Experience supervising, supporting and mentoring junior staff.
- Proficiency in audit software and Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word, IDEA, Documatch.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Why Join Us?
At Grant Thornton, we prioritise your professional growth. Our commitment to our CARE values ensures a supportive and positive work environment where everyone can thrive. You can expect:
- Exceptional learning opportunities, including hands-on training and engaging workshops.
- Access to cutting-edge global resources.
- A team that champions collaboration, innovation and personal development.
How to Apply
To apply, email your CV and relevant supporting documents to recruitment@bw.gt.com by 16 November 2026, using “Executive – Assurance” as the subject line.