Audit Assistant Manager

Grant Thornton; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Grant Thornton, a leading audit firm, is seeking an Audit Assistant Manager in Edinburgh to oversee auditing processes and manage client relationships. Ideal candidates will hold a professional qualification and demonstrate strong leadership skills within auditing. The role offers flexible working options and the chance to contribute to impactful community initiatives.

Qualifications

• Professional qualification required for leading audits.
• Confidence leading audits of varying sizes.
• Support for junior team members and building strong client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Project manage client work and oversee audit completion.
• Lead onsite audit teams and prepare financial statements.
• Build strong working relationships with clients.

Skills

Knowledge of UK GAAP / FRS102

Confidence in discussing business challenges

Experience using audit software

Technical knowledge development

Education

Professional qualification (ACA, ICAS, CA, ACCA or CIPFA)

Job description

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Within our Audit practice, we’re very keen to support and hire those who have had career breaks or time away from Audit, who would like to return to a busy, flexible auditing role. Our vacancies for qualified Auditors are all open to supporting the up-skilling and re-integration of returners to our business.

Every day, our teams help people in businesses and communities to do what is right and achieve their goals. Our tailored and responsive approach provides the expertise our clients need, enabling them to grow and make the right decisions about their future.

Now’s the time to take everything you know about audit to the next level, with our growing portfolio of clients. The constantly evolving landscape calls for an approach that puts what is right first, ahead of what is easy, and you will need to push ideas harder and ask difficult questions, giving our clients the assurance they need.

We’re happy to talk flexible working and consider reduced hours and job shares; we’ll support you to balance your work and life.

A look into the role
As an Audit Assistant Manager, within our Commercial service line, you will:

• Become a trusted business advisor to our clients, with a focus on quality and reputation
• Project manage client work and oversee all aspects of audit fieldwork and completion
• Lead onsite audit teams, preparing and reviewing financial statements and updating management
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with your team and our clients, providing support to junior team members
• Constantly strive to push yourself and the business further, knowing you’re supported through every stage

Knowing you’re right for us

Joining us as an Audit Assistant Manager, the minimum criteria you’ll need is a professional qualification (ACA, ICAS, CA, ACCA or CIPFA), and to be confident leading audits of varying sizes. It would be great if you had some of the following skills, but don’t worry if you don’t tick every box, we’ll help you develop along the way.

• Excellent knowledge of UK GAAP / FRS102
• An interest in our clients, with the ability to confidently discuss business challenges and needs
• Extensive experience of using audit software and Microsoft packages
• An interest in maintaining and developing your technical knowledge

Knowing we’re right for you

Embracing uniqueness, the culture at Grant Thornton thrives on the contributions of all our people. We never settle for what is easy; we look beyond to deliver the right thing for everyone. Building an inclusive culture, where we value differences and respect our colleagues, helps our people perform at their best and realize their potential.

Our open and accessible culture means you’ll interact with leaders who are interested in you and everything you bring to our firm. The things that set you apart, we value them. That’s why we give you the freedom to bring your whole self to work and pursue your passions inside and outside of work.

Beyond the job

Life is more than work. The things you do and the people you’re with outside of work matter, which is why we’re happy to consider flexible working options for all roles. We’ll always do our best to keep your work and life in balance.

The impact you can make here will go far beyond your day job. From secondments, to fundraising for local charities, or investing in entrepreneurs in the developing world, you’ll be giving back to society. It’s that drive to do the right thing that runs through our every move, grounded in our CLEARR values – Collaboration, Leadership, Excellence, Agility, Respect, and Responsibility.

We’re looking for people who want to contribute, spark fresh ideas, and go beyond expectations. People who want to proudly do what’s right—for the firm, our clients, our people, and themselves. It’s how it should be.