UAE Nationals - Opportunities in External Audit, Advisory, Tax, and IT

Grant Thornton - UAE; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization that values collaboration and authenticity. As part of a dynamic team, you will support audit engagements and client advisory services, leveraging technology to enhance efficiency and quality. This role offers the opportunity to work across various sectors, contributing to meaningful projects that shape the future of businesses. Embrace flexibility, face challenges, and bring your true self to work in an environment that fosters growth and innovation. If you're ready to expand your horizons and make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Support audit engagements across various industries.
• Conduct thorough research to understand client businesses.

Responsibilities

• Assist in executing audit engagements and preparing financial statements.
• Utilize AI and analytics to enhance audit quality.

Skills

Audit Execution

Financial Statement Preparation

AI Tools

Data Visualization

Research Skills

Client Engagement

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting

Relevant Certifications (e.g., CPA, CA)

Tools

Audit Analytics Software

Data Visualization Tools

Job description

Grant Thornton UAE is a member firm of Grant Thornton International Ltd, one of the world's leading organizations of independent assurance, tax, and advisory firms.

With over 76,000 professionals in more than 150 countries, we combine global scale with local expertise to help dynamic organizations unlock their potential for growth.

Our collaborative approach, deep industry knowledge, and commitment to excellence ensure that we deliver tailored solutions to meet our clients' unique needs.

Discover your purple and join one of our teams within External Audit, Forensics & Disputes, Regulatory & Financial Crime Compliance Advisory, M&A and Transactions Advisory, Corporate & Indirect Tax, or our Information Technology division today!

Let us paint a picture for you

Imagine being part of a team that puts "we" before "me," where flexibility is a mindset, and where you trust your colleagues to have your back.

Imagine working for an organization that believes in the power of authenticity in everything that we do. Whether you're steering discussions in a client meeting, tackling your fear of heights at the top of the Burj Khalifa, or ziplining across Jebel Jais, bring your true self to work. Be a part of a team driven by a purpose of shaping the world we live in, based on trust and integrity in markets, dynamic businesses, and communities where businesses and people thrive.

Join us to expand your horizons, be inspired, face challenges, and most importantly, be yourself.

Some of your responsibilities will include:

External Audit Team Associate I role

• Supporting senior colleagues in the execution of audit engagements across a range of industries and client sizes.
• Assisting in preparing work papers and drafts of the financial statements.
• Leveraging technology including AI tools, audit analytics, and data visualization to enhance audit quality and efficiency.
• Providing hands-on client support that exceeds client expectations.

Forensics & Disputes, Regulatory & Financial Crime Compliance Advisory, or M&A and Transactions Advisory Teams Associate Consultant role:

• Supporting senior colleagues in running client engagements from start to finish.
• Assisting in planning, developing, and executing engagements.
• Conducting thorough research to understand client businesses.
• Utilizing artificial intelligence, advanced analytics, and data visualizations.

Corporate & Indirect Tax Team Associate Consultant role:

• Supporting senior colleagues in running client engagements from start to finish.
• Assisting in planning, developing, and executing engagements.
• Conducting thorough research to understand client businesses.
• Researching and assisting with tax consulting advice (such as tax consolidation, tax treaties, international tax, withholding taxes).

Information Technology Team Associate Consultant role:

• Supporting senior colleagues in developing and implementing IT solutions that support core business functions and service delivery.
• Assisting in planning, developing, and executing engagements.
• Supporting the IT team in resolving technical issues, coding, maintaining systems, and improving overall efficiency.