Audit Manager

Grant Thornton Global Capability Services Philippines; Makati; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Job summary

Grant Thornton Global Capability Services Philippines in Makati is seeking an experienced audit professional to join Corporate Audit. You will lead and manage audit engagements across diverse industries, from planning to completion, ensuring timely delivery and value.

The role requires strong IFRS/Irish and UK GAAP and International Auditing Standards knowledge, with 7+ years of external audit experience and managerial exposure.

Qualifications

• 7+ years’ experience in external audits with 4 years’ experience as a manager (or assistant manager with portfolio)
• Strong technical skills (IFRS, Irish and UK GAAP and International Auditing Standards)
• Electronic auditing experience
• Ability to motivate and manage staff under tight deadlines
• Ability to make professional judgements based on findings
• Strong attention to detail and analytical assessment
• Experience working as part of a team supporting others
• Experience gained in a Big 4 accounting firm would be advantageous but not essential

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage audit engagements from planning to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget.
• Oversee the preparation of audit plans, risk assessments, and audit programs tailored to each client’s specific needs.
• Supervise and mentor audit staff, providing guidance and support to ensure high-quality work and professional growth.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, serving as their main point of contact for audit-related matters.
• Ensure audit engagements comply with professional standards, regulatory requirements, and the firm’s quality control procedures.
• Assist in identifying opportunities for additional services and business development with existing and prospective clients.

Skills

External audit experience

IFRS knowledge

Big 4 experience

Team leadership

Budget management

Client relationship management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field

Job description

We, in Corporate Audit are looking to expand our team due to our exponential growth. This position will give you exposure to some exciting industries such as Retail, Manufacturing, Hospitality, Construction and Telecommunication whilst also giving you the opportunity to collaborate with international clients. We are looking for passionate individuals, who are self-motivated, capable of using their own initiative and have the ability to plan, control and complete audit engagements for a diverse portfolio of clients.

Main responsibilities:

• Lead and manage audit engagements from planning to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget.
• Oversee the preparation of audit plans, risk assessments, and audit programs tailored to each client’s specific needs.
• Supervise and mentor audit staff, providing guidance and support to ensure high-quality work and professional growth.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, serving as their main point of contact for audit-related matters.
• Ensure audit engagements comply with professional standards, regulatory requirements, and the firm’s quality control procedures.
• Assist in identifying opportunities for additional services and business development with existing and prospective clients.

Skills and attributes:

• Minimum 7+ years’ experience in external audits with 4 years’ experience as a manager (or assistant manager with portfolio)
• Strong technical skills (IFRS, Irish and UK GAAP and International Auditing Standards)
• Electronic auditing experience
• Ability to motivate and manage staff under tight deadlines
• Ability to make professional judgements based on findings
• Strong attention to detail and analytical assessment
• Experience working as part of a team supporting others
• Experience gained in a Big 4 accounting firm would be advantageous but not essential