MANAGER: STANDARDS – Public Accountants’ and Auditors’ Board (PAAB)

The PAAB is a statutory body governing the public accounting and auditing profession in Namibia. The legal mandate of the Board, as derived from the establishing Act, PAA Act No.51 of 1951 as amended, is to regulate Public Accountants and Auditors in Namibia.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

Lead and direct the PAAB’s research in technical aspects and analyze information for projects and keep up to date with new developments in relevant standards and legislation. To draft and/or comment on ethics and auditing standards, legislation, or any other information which might affect auditors. Keep abreast of international developments and be alert to opportunities to influence the international standard-setting process.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

⦁ Understanding of legal requirements affecting auditors and strong technical ability.
⦁ Working knowledge of auditing and ethics standards.
⦁ Ability to keep up to date with the latest accounting-, auditing- and ethics standards and pronouncements.
⦁ Maintain professionalism both inside and outside of the work environment.
⦁ Should have a strong commercial awareness and a good understanding of current trends in the auditing and accounting profession.
⦁ Maintain a high level of confidentiality and independence of mind.
⦁ Ability to work under pressure to meet demanding deadlines and maintain quality.
⦁ Problem-solving and conflict-management skills.
⦁ Project management skills.
⦁ Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
⦁ Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
⦁ Function optimally with or without supervision.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

⦁ Lead projects on drafting, adopting, and interpreting new standards.
⦁ Research technical aspects and analyze information, to inform the development of the pronouncements.
⦁ Draft/comment on auditing standards, legislation, or any other information which may impact auditors.
⦁ Establish and maintain relationships with regulators to educate them to understand the scope of collaboration with auditors.
⦁ Keep up to date with recent developments regarding auditing and assurance.
⦁ Keep up to date with legislation that has an impact on auditing and assurance.
⦁ Collaborate on ad hoc projects with other departments or Professional Bodies; FAQ on audit queries.
⦁ Maintain effective professional stakeholder engagement with PAAB Standards Committee.
⦁ Respond to technical queries from committees, task groups, colleagues, practitioners, and the general public.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

⦁ Qualified CA or ACCA that has completed audit articles.
⦁ +5 years of Audit technical, managerial, and project management experience.
⦁ Standard-setting experience (Added Advantage)
⦁ Technical knowledge and experience in auditing and financial reporting standards
⦁ Valid Code B license
⦁ Preference is given to Namibian citizens
Closing date: 5 May 2023