Manager | External Audit

Grant Thornton - UAE; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Grant Thornton UAE is seeking a Manager in Audit & Assurance to support senior colleagues in shaping audit strategy, manage a diverse client portfolio, and lead a team of Senior Associates and Associates. You will oversee work quality, deadlines and impact, while acting as a key client contact.

Join a growing firm that values collaboration, integrity and client-focused outcomes, with opportunities to drive business development and enhance market leadership in the UAE.

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field with professional accreditation preferred.
• Demonstrable experience in managing audit engagements and leading teams.
• Strong understanding of audit standards and quality control processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead on audit reviews, set timetables, brief the audit team and monitor budgets.
• Ensure work is completed profitably and to clients' satisfaction with professional standards.
• Coach and motivate team members and provide regular feedback.
• Manage a diverse portfolio of clients across industries and markets.
• Assist Audit Partner in defining objectives and scope of audits.
• Plan and coordinate audit planning, including resourcing requirements.
• Verify audit documentation and ensure timely finalization of reports.

Skills

Audit management

Team leadership

Budgeting & resourcing

Client relationship management

Quality assurance

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or relevant field

Tools

Audit software

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

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

As a Manager, your responsibilities will include supporting senior colleagues in preparing audit strategy, managing a portfolio, organising & reviewing work, as well as overseeing a team of Senior Associates & Associates and being a key client contact. While showcasing eagerness to delve into Business Development, leading with expertise, driving strategic initiatives, and fostering innovation to exceed client expectations and elevate industry standards.

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 scaling the heights of Jebel Jais - bring your true self to work. Be a part of a team driven by a purpose of shaping the world that 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.

About the Audit & Assurance at Grant Thornton UAE

Where precision meets passion! Our Audit and Assurance services cater to a diverse range of companies, ensuring financial clarity and confidence at every turn. Our clientele spans diverse industries and all sizes from SMEs to International Groups and listed companies. We are very proud to be market leaders in multiple areas including Financial Services and PCAOB engagements; as well as having led the first Middle East unicorn listing on NASDAQ.

As a Manager some of your responsibilities will include:

• Leading on audit reviews, agreeing audit timetables, briefing the audit team and monitoring budgets
• Ensuring that all work allocated is done profitably and timely in accordance with the firm's professional standards and to the satisfaction of clients and engagement partners.
• Managing, motivating, and coaching team members and providing feedback through regular communication
• Managing a diverse portfolio of clients in different industries and markets
• Assisting the Audit Partner in establishing audit objectives and overall scope
• Planning and coordinating all aspects of audit planning, including resourcing requirements
• Checking that audit work papers are properly reviewed and that audit files are completed in a timely manner
• Finalising draft reports for management