The roleWe are looking for a highly motivated individual to join our expanding Audit and Assurance team. You will be self-motivated, capable of workin.....
The role
We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join our expanding Audit and Assurance team. You will be self-motivated, capable of working on your own initiative and have the ability to plan, control and complete audit engagements for a diverse portfolio of clients. You will have direct access to Partners and the ability to provide a valued opinion within the team. Excellent opportunities exist for ambitious and driven candidates to progress within the firm. The position attracts a competitive remuneration package and ongoing career development.
Main responsibilities:
identifying client needs and new business opportunities within client organisations;
project management - take responsibility for managing a large and varied portfolio of clients;
supervise and train junior members of the team to ensure that Grant Thornton’s standards are maintained throughout the entire audit process;
prepare and present business tenders in order to develop and grow your client portfolio;
working capital management – manage work in progress and billings;
preparation of accounts and financial statements;
design and implementation of audit plans;
Skills and attributes:
minimum 5 years' experience required
qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or similar qualification)
portfolio management experience
be commercially aware
strong technical knowledge
experience in audit engagements
worked with a diverse portfolio of clients
capable of working on your own initiative
strong interpersonal skills are essential
experience gained in a Big 4 accounting firm advantageous but not essential
