Commercial Audit Assistant Manager

About Grant Thornton

Grant Thornton is a global provider of audit, tax and advisory services, delivering strategic insight and partnership to clients. With over 5,000 people in the UK and a presence in 150 markets, we are on a journey from great to exceptional.

Job Description

As an Assistant Audit Manager in our London Audit team, you will be responsible for a sizeable portfolio of key clients from the business support services sector and the consumer sector. Client sizes vary from owner managed businesses and LLPs to well known listed high street brands.

Role Overview

As an Assistant Audit Manager, within our Commercial service line, you will:

• Become a trusted business advisor to our clients, focusing on quality and reputation
• Project manage client work and oversee all aspects of audit fieldwork and completion
• Lead onsite audit teams, preparing and reviewing financial statements and management updates
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with your team and our clients, providing support to junior members
• Constantly strive to push yourself and the business further, knowing you're supported through every stage

Qualifications

Minimum criteria:

• Professional qualification (ACA, ICAS, CA, ACCA or CIPFA)
• Confidence leading audits of varying sizes

Desirable skills (not essential):

• Excellent knowledge of UK GAAP / FRS102
• An interest in our clients, with the ability to discuss business challenges and needs
• Extensive experience using audit software and Microsoft packages
• Project management experience
• Interest in maintaining and developing technical knowledge

Benefits

We support flexible working and consider reduced hours and job shares to balance work and life. Opportunities include:

• Flexible working arrangements, including reduced hours and shorter work schedules
• Secondments and involvement in fundraising for local charities
• Investment opportunities for entrepreneurs in emerging markets

We welcome newly qualified professionals in September and promote an inclusive culture that values uniqueness and encourages employees to bring their whole self to work.