Audit Senior - Bermuda

Grant Thornton (US); Makati; On-site; PHP 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Grant Thornton (US) in the Philippines seeks an experienced Audit Senior to lead end-to-end audits for investment funds and asset management clients, ensuring compliance with IFRS, US GAAP and UK GAAP. You will manage complex valuations, NAV calculations and regulatory reporting, and deliver high-quality audit artifacts.

You will review working papers, coordinate with onshore engagement teams from Makati, mentor junior staff, and drive process improvements within the offshore team to maintain

Qualifications

• External audit experience with 3–5 years, asset management / funds focus.
• Experience with end-to-end audits preferred.
• Solid knowledge of fund structures and NAV processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end audits for funds and wealth clients, ensuring IFRS/GAAP compliance.
• Review fund valuations, NAVs, portfolios, fees, statements and regulatory reporting.
• Prepare and review audit documentation for planning to conclusion.
• Serve as primary contact for onshore teams and clients, ensuring clear communication.
• Supervise and mentor junior staff, providing coaching and feedback.
• Identify audit issues and control weaknesses; propose timely resolutions.
• Manage timelines and deliverables to maintain high-quality service.
• Support offshore team continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Ability to work independently

Education

Qualified Accountant (CPA/ACCA/CA or equivalent)

Tools

Audit software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description:

JOB DESCRIPTION DETAILS

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead end to end audit for investment funds, asset managers, and wealth management clients, ensuring compliance with IFRS / US GAAP / UK GAAP and firm methodology.
• Review fund valuations, investment portfolios, NAV calculations, management fees, performance fees, draft financial statements and regulatory reporting.
• Prepare and review audit documentation, working papers, and deliverables for manager/partner review from planning to conclusion.
• Act as the primary point of contact for onshore engagement teams and client contact persons ensuring effective and timely communication and coordination.
• Supervise, coach, and mentor junior team members, providing training and feedback.
• Identify and communicate audit issues and control weaknesses to management and clients on a timely manner and proactively provide resolutions to the issues noted.
• Manage timelines and deliverables to ensure high-quality service and compliance with firm standards.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the offshore team.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Qualified accountant (CPA, ACCA, CA, or equivalent)
• Minimum 3–5 years of external audit experience, with at least 2 years focused on asset management / investment funds clients. Involvement in end to end audits engagements preferrable.
• Strong knowledge of fund structures (hedge funds, mutual funds, private equity, real estate funds, UCITS, investment trusts, SPV’s, investment partnerships etc.), valuation methodologies, NAV processes, and fund accounting.
• Experience working with international audit teams is an advantage.
• Excellent communication skills (written and spoken English).
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently.
• Proficiency in audit software and Microsoft Office applications.