External Audit Manager — Lead Strategy & Delivery

Grant Thornton UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 450,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Grant Thornton UAE is seeking an External Audit Manager to lead high‑quality audit engagements with robust planning, execution, and review in line with professional standards. You’ll manage client relationships and portfolios, guiding teams to deliver with professionalism and efficiency.

You will support audit strategy with Partners, oversee engagements, and coach Senior Associates and Associates to maximise potential while ensuring deadlines and quality are met.

Qualifications

• Five years of External Audit experience in a top international firm.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Extensive post-qualification experience in audit and working with diverse businesses.

Responsibilities

• Lead on audit reviews and briefing the audit team; monitor timetables and budgets.
• Ensure work is delivered profitably and to the firm’s standards and client expectations.
• Develop teams, mentor staff, and build strong client relationships across engagements.
• Support Audit Partner in setting objectives and overall scope of audits; finalise reports for management.

Skills

External Audit experience

Communication skills

Networking skills

Education

ACA/CPA/ACCA

Job description

Grant Thornton UAE is seeking an External Audit Manager to lead high‑quality audit engagements with robust planning, execution, and review in line with professional standards. You’ll manage client relationships and portfolios, guiding teams to deliver with professionalism and efficiency.

You will support audit strategy with Partners, oversee engagements, and coach Senior Associates and Associates to maximise potential while ensuring deadlines and quality are met.