Audit Engagement Lead

Grant Thornton Ireland; Makati; On-site; PHP 3,500,000 - 6,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Grant Thornton Ireland is seeking a senior external audit professional to lead engagements in Manila. You will supervise teams, review work, and ensure compliance with ISA, IFRS and local GAAP while managing client relationships.

The role emphasizes coaching, risk assessment, and maintaining high-quality audit deliverables in a fast-paced environment within a leading international firm.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in external audit with supervising experience.
• Experience leading audits of corporate entities.
• Chartered Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CPA or equivalent).
• Strong working knowledge of ISA, IFRS and local GAAP.
• Proficient in audit software and MS Office suite.
• Ability to identify key risks and propose audit approaches.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit engagements from acceptance to completion in line with firm methodology.
• Review sections prepared by seniors and associates and provide feedback.
• Identify key audit matters, risks and responses per ISA and internal guidance.
• Ensure audit documentation meets quality standards.
• Consult with specialists when required and coordinate with clients.
• Manage client relationships and communicate progress and issues.
• Lead status meetings and discuss audit findings with stakeholders.
• Supervise teams and provide coaching and performance feedback.
• Support resource planning and workflow for timely delivery.
• Champion audit quality and comply with risk management processes.
• Stay updated with regulatory requirements and drive process improvements.

Skills

Audit leadership

External audit

Stakeholder management

Project management

Coaching staff

ISA/IFRS knowledge

Audit software

Microsoft Office

Education

ACA/ACCA/CPA or equivalent

Tools

Audit software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Grant Thornton Ireland is seeking a senior external audit professional to lead engagements in Manila. You will supervise teams, review work, and ensure compliance with ISA, IFRS and local GAAP while managing client relationships.

The role emphasizes coaching, risk assessment, and maintaining high-quality audit deliverables in a fast-paced environment within a leading international firm.