Global Statutory Audit Assistant Manager – Lead & Grow

Grant Thornton; Ireland; On-site; EUR 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Grant Thornton Ireland is seeking an Assistant Manager to lead and deliver Irish/UK statutory audits and coordinate global audits through the Grant Thornton network. You will work with Managers, Associate Directors and Partners while mentoring juniors.

The role requires ACA/ACCA qualification with 4 years post-qualification audit experience, strong IFRS and Irish GAAP knowledge, and excellent communication. You will oversee planning, fieldwork, and review to ensure quality.

Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA qualified with 4 years' PQE in audit.
• Experience auditing Irish/UK statutory audits.
• Experience in a top 10 professional services firm.
• Strong IFRS and Irish GAAP knowledge (US GAAP awareness is a plus).
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Proficiency with electronic audit software.
• Mentor junior staff.
• Commercial awareness and client focus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple audit engagements for multinational clients
• Perform and review complex audit areas, ensuring compliance with relevant standards
• Coordinate with member firms across the globe to deliver consistent and efficient global audits
• Liaise with clients throughout the audit cycle—from planning to completion
• Supervise and mentor junior team members, providing on-the-job training and feedback
• Prepare and review technical audit documentation, ensuring quality and clarity
• Identify areas for process improvement and support implementation of best practices
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients and colleagues
• Assist in the development of proposals and presentations for prospective clients

Skills

ACA/ACCA qualified

Audit management

IFRS knowledge

Irish GAAP knowledge

Client liaison

Team mentoring

Job description

Grant Thornton Ireland is seeking an Assistant Manager to lead and deliver Irish/UK statutory audits and coordinate global audits through the Grant Thornton network. You will work with Managers, Associate Directors and Partners while mentoring juniors.

The role requires ACA/ACCA qualification with 4 years post-qualification audit experience, strong IFRS and Irish GAAP knowledge, and excellent communication. You will oversee planning, fieldwork, and review to ensure quality.