Assistant Manager/Manager - External Audit | Assurance | Sharjah | Arabic Speaker

Grant Thornton - UAE; Sharjah; On-site; AED 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A large professional services firm in Sharjah is seeking an Assistant Manager/Manager for their External Audit team. This position entails leading audit engagements, managing budgets, and nurturing strong client relationships. Candidates should have a strong background in audit management, the ability to coach team members, and a keen focus on quality. This full-time role will contribute significantly to a growing portfolio of clients in various sectors across the UAE.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading audit engagements and managing audit timetables.
• Ability to coach and motivate team members while ensuring high-quality work.
• Strong client-oriented mindset with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit engagements, agree on audit timetables, and monitor budgets.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships with clear communication.
• Manage, coach, and support team members' development.

Skills

Audit management

Team leadership

Client relationship management

Technical accounting knowledge

Coaching and mentoring

Job description

Assistant Manager/Manager - External Audit Assurance, Sharjah, Arabic Speaker

We’re a large and growing professional services firm that still feels like a community. We employ over 750 people across the UAE and are experiencing exciting growth! We truly care about our colleagues, our clients, and the communities where we work and live.

We are looking for talented and driven professionals to join our growing External Audit team at Grant Thornton. Whether you are stepping into an Assistant Manager role or already operating at Manager level, you will play a key part in delivering high-quality audit services to a diverse portfolio of clients across both Financial Services and Non‑Financial Services sectors.

About the External Audit Service Line

Providing a wide range of Audit and Assurance services to private, public, and international companies across various sectors. We work closely with over 700 companies annually, ranging from SMEs to international listed companies. Our client base is exciting and fast growing. Our people are committed to delivering best‑in‑class assurance services in locations where you are. We respond to the challenges of our clients with high quality, value for money technical solutions every time.

Assistant Manager / Manager Responsibilities

• Lead audit engagements, agree on audit timetables, brief audit teams (including specialists), and monitor budgets
• Ensure audit work is completed profitably, timely, and in accordance with professional standards
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring exceptional service and clear communication
• Manage, coach, and motivate team members, providing regular feedback and supporting their development
• Maintain high-quality audit documentation and adhere to the firm’s risk management policies
• Apply technical knowledge to resolve complex accounting and audit issues
• Contribute to a positive team culture and support the development of junior staff

Job Details

Role Level: Not Applicable
Work Type: Full‑Time
Country: United Arab Emirates
City: Sharjah
Company Website: http://www.grantthornton.ae
Job Function: Administrative Support
Company Industry/Sector: Accounting