Jobs at BDO South Africa

Description

The Kgolo Community Development Trust (KCDT) formerly known as the Hotazel Manganese Mining Education Trust is looking for a dynamic and highly skilled social investment analyst/consultant to join the team on a short-term basis. This contract is for the period 1 July 2024-31 December 2024 and may be extended should requirements allow.

Minimum requirements:  

• A degree in education, economics, or social development;
• A minimum of three (3) years of service in providing social investment solutions, grant making and/or community development. This includes experience in the social investment sector, with a priority on the following areas: community development, health, employment, skills development, and education;
• A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in operationalizing as well as monitoring and evaluating programmes in the social investment sector;
• An appropriate track record in consulting to, and administering, social investment projects and initiatives;
• The ability to problem-solve and to work with a wide range of stakeholders;
• A track record in stakeholder relationship management, including management of programme staff;
• A demonstrable track record in managing board reporting processes, inclusive of the requisite preparatory work;
• At least three years’ experience in fast-paced project advisory, social investment management or consulting environments.

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Primary Purpose of the Job

We are searching for a strategic Marketing Specialist who specialises in planning and implementing marketing strategies, to join our professional auditing and advisory services firm.

The Marketing Specialist will play a critical role in developing and executing marketing strategies aligned with our multi-year sector and service line business strategies in a business-to-business (B2B) environment. This may involve market research, developing media plans, creating content, and managing campaigns.

The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of integrated marketing in the professional services industry, be well-versed in industry best practices; and possess the creativity and drive to help us achieve our strategic business objectives. They must also be familiar with the latest marketing software and technologies. Additionally, they may be required to analyse data to identify opportunities for improvement and adjust campaigns accordingly

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Integrated Marketing: Develop and implement comprehensive marketing plans and campaigns that support the firm's multi-year sector and service line business strategy.
• Competitor Analyses: Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify target markets, industry trends and client needs, and use insights to inform marketing strategies.
• Sectors, Service lines and Regions: Provide active support to Sectors, Service lines and Regions generally as well as in relation to a specific portfolio. This is to elevate the BDO brand and its offerings; and enhance its reputation and positioning in the market. Cross-functional teams; Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sector leaders, service line partners, and business development, to create and execute effective marketing initiatives.
• Content: Create compelling marketing collateral, including thought leadership content, industry reports, case studies, and client success stories, to position the firm as a trusted advisor in the market.
• Digital: Drive digital marketing efforts, including content marketing, email campaigns, social media marketing, and search engine optimization (SEO), to generate leads and increase brand visibility.
• Events & Platforms: Create and manage industry-specific events, webinars, conferences and speaking engagements to enhance the firm's thought leadership position and engage with key stakeholders.
• Website & social media: Develop and maintain the firm's website content and digital content, ensuring effective communication of the firm's value propositions, services, sectors and expertise.
• Business development: Collaborate with the business development team to align marketing efforts with their activities and support their client acquisition efforts.
• Measurement: Monitor and analyse marketing performance metrics, track campaign effectiveness, and provide regular reports to stakeholders, making data-driven recommendations for optimisation.
• Regulatory & Industry trends: Stay informed about industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging marketing strategies to identify opportunities for innovation and competitive advantage.
• BDO Global: Ensure that the global relationships within the marketing mandate are fostered and maintained.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, Business or a related field

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years’ marketing experience, preferably in the professional services industry

Job Competencies

• Proven track record of developing and executing successful marketing strategies in a B2B environment.
•  Strong understanding of auditing and advisory services and the ability to translate technical concepts into compelling marketing messages.
•  Excellent knowledge of B2B marketing principles, strategies and best practices.
•  Proficiency in digital marketing platforms and tools, including marketing automation, CRM systems, email marketing, social media management, and SEO.
•  Experience in creating thought leadership content, industry reports and case studies.
•  Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and effectively.
•  Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data, generate insights, and make data-driven decisions.
•  Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders simultaneously.
•  Familiarity with relevant industry regulations, compliance, and ethics in auditing and advisory services is highly desirable..

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Description

• BDO Cape Town is looking for an experienced Payroll Administrator to join the Business Services and Outsourcing department. The successful candidate will play a crucial role (beginning to end) in the Payroll team by executing accurate and timely payroll functions to various clients.

Responsibilities:

Overseeing the efficient running and administration of payroll and assisting Clients:

• Ensures timely and accurate processing of payroll transactions including salaries, commissions, bonuses, allowances, and other deductions.
• Ensures accurate and timely processing of payroll updates including new hires, terminations, and data changes.
• Reconciliation of variance report, capture leave transaction. 
• Ensure all relevant payroll information is kept updated and assist with payroll queries.
• Provide clients with ad hoc reports when needed.
• Managing statutory submission such as UIF declaration, WCA calculations and submission of bi-annual and Tax Year End periods
• Maintains knowledge of trends, developments, and best practices in compensation and benefits administration.

Requirements

• Matric
• Qualification/Diploma in Payroll
• Minimum of 3 years' experience working in Payroll
• Working in outsourced environment will be an advantage.
• Payspace system experience will be an advantage.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Detail-oriented with excellent data entry accuracy.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Problem solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills  

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Description

The role exists to manage Information Systems audit engagements. Including, but not limited to, end-to-end engagement management, training, and upskilling of junior staff members, identifying and solutioning opportunities for stakeholder value creation.

The key roles of the IS Audit Manager are Daily Management of projects and people within the IT Centre of Excellence Department. The IS Audit Manager will be responsible for the following key activities to achieve the main objectives:

• Managing Client Relationships
• Planning of IS Audit Projects
• Managing the resources assigned to each project and control WIP
• Manage the day-to-day activities of any assignment (from planning, execution to reporting).
• Performance management (People, Data Analytics Services) Managing Client Relationships

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

Business /Brand Development/Operational Excellence  
Development 

• Develops effective networks/relationships inside the firm and maintains the contacts to identify opportunities of integration. 
• Identifies at least 2 opportunities, write-ups, or presentations in a year for the development of new products or promotion of current services and procedures.

Client 

• Identifies new opportunities and assist in growing existing internal client base. This includes cross selling BDO's other departments’ services into our contacts & clients. 
• Assist in bringing in new business.
• Compiles at least 6 technical proposals (min of 1 every 2 months) proposals and/or tenders annually to meet current and/or prospective clients' expectations. 
• Ensures that a client satisfaction survey is completed after the completion of the engagement.

Brand 

• Understands and speaks knowledgeably about BDO and ITCE's products and services and our values.

BEE 

• Assists in the BEE activities/actions in both the BDO and ITCE arena (Staff, procurement & Clients)

Policies & Procedures 

• Ensures personal and team adherence to BDO policies and procedures (leave, dress code, conduct etc.)

Finance

• Budget 
  • Participates in the compilation of the ITCE department's annual budget.
• Audit 
  • Ensures the scoping letter is prepared at least 1 week before starting date of the audit and/or the
  • Audit Committee whichever is first.
• Timesheets 
  • Approves travel claims on Maconomy every day and on the same day carries out formal follow-ups on staff who have not submitted their timesheets.
• WIP/Write offs 
  • Assist in ensuring WIP is billed monthly where appropriate.
  • Debtors should be kept with a minimum of 30 days including write offs, & provisions.
• Productivity 
  • Minimum of 60% recoverability on one’s portfolio.
  • Check productivity levels for self and staff ensure they are meeting the set levels and communicate productivity levels to staff on a weekly basis. 

Quality and process

Audit 

• Register, Budget, Engagement Letters, Pre-Audit Debrief minutes etc.).
• Communicates all appropriate deadlines to audit staff and monitor progress according to pre-established timelines through:
• The Debrief meeting
• Scope and Time Budgets
• Identifies engagement resource requirements and ensures that the most appropriate resources are assigned to specific assignment roles – update the planning board at least a month in advance for staff with upcoming assignments.
• Ensures that performance and documentation of work comply with the ITCE methodology through progressive/continuous review of work papers.
• Ensures an effective audit programme is prepared a day after all relevant documentation is reviewed in line with ITCE's integrated audit methodology
• Ensures on-site presence at least 24hrs on an 80hrs assignment.
• Performs review of work papers within two days of receipt from staff with final Manager’s review done within 3 days after fieldwork is complete.
• Ensures the draft report is produced for Director review within a week after fieldwork reviews are complete.
• Issues Final report, with client responses/comments addressed to the client, after Director’s approval within 1 week after the draft report issue date.
• Ensures the Audit File is up to the standard required for an external Quality Assurance Review according to the QAR Checklist. 
• Prepares audit committee packs / reports 10 days before the Audit Committee meeting for all clients under his/her responsibility. Attends all the client audit committee meetings.
• Judges the sensitivity of both client and management information and treats it appropriately

People Development, Learning and Growth

Staff

• Manages audit team effectively on a day-to-day basis (staff, budgets, deadlines) ensuring that a plan is followed, and objectives are met.
• Ensures that everyone’s developmental needs as well as the needs of the client are considered through use of formal staff development plans.
• Ensures staff appraisals are carried out:
• After major assignments (4wks+ assignments) and produce staff development plans, 
• Half yearly for the mandated HR appraisals within HR expected timelines.
• Identify training needs/gaps
• Conducts effective on the job training, ensuring that training needs of the junior staff are appropriately addressed through knowledge impartation and use of coaching notes/review notes.
• Feedback will be given through 360 evaluations done yearly.
• Develops team spirit/building in the Department involving the team members:
• Involvement through Leading meetings
• Building relationships through social events
• Building Trust through transformation
• Developing successful teams by working together
• Communicate effectively with staff and management. Feedback will be given through 360 evaluations annually.
• Obtains feedback from staff and check that instructions are understood and observed – hold audit debriefs at start of audit and follow-up weekly.
• Knowledge sharing and upliftment of skills base 
• Provide Management Training

Chain reaction

• Embrace the principles of 'CLARITY' across every level and division of the business
• Culture
• Contribute to a better BDO. 
• Remain focussed on cohesiveness and togetherness
• Helpfulness
• The way we respect our fellow colleagues and work together as one business and one team
• Accountability 
• Ensure that integrity and the highest ethics are our guiding principles
• Introspection
• Sharing open and honest feedback. 
• Our commitment to quality in everything we do. 
• New Opportunities
• Innovations is change that unlocks new values. 
• New ideas that present opportunities.

Requirements

Qualifications/Recognition of Prior Learning equivalent 

• B. Com Accounting, Informatics, Computer Science, or relevant degree
• CA/SA and/or CISA / CRISC or equivalent

Work Experience

• Minimum 5 years working experience of IS Auditing
• Minimum 3 years supervisor level in IS Auditing

Knowledge

• ITIL, COBIT, COSO