Corporate Audit - Manager

Grant Thornton Ireland; Makati; On-site; PHP 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Grant Thornton Ireland in Makati, Philippines is seeking an experienced Audit Manager to lead and manage audit engagements from planning to completion, ensuring on-time delivery and budget adherence.

You will oversee audit plans, risk assessments, and programs, mentor staff, build strong client relationships, and ensure compliance with IFRS, Irish/UK GAAP, and IAS. Big 4 background is advantageous but not required.

Qualifications

• Qualified ACA/ACCA/CPA with active membership
• 7+ years external audits, 4+ years in management
• Strong IFRS and UK/IE GAAP knowledge
• Experience with electronic auditing software
• Ability to mentor staff and meet tight deadlines
• Portfolio management experience
• Big 4 experience advantageous but not essential

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage audit engagements from planning to completion, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence
• Oversee the preparation of audit plans, risk assessments, and audit programs tailored to each client’s needs
• Supervise and mentor audit staff, providing guidance for high-quality work
• Build and maintain strong client relationships as main audit contact
• Ensure engagements comply with professional standards and QC procedures
• Identify opportunities for additional services and business development with clients

Skills

Audit leadership

External audits

IFRS knowledge

UK/Irish GAAP

Mentoring staff

Client relationship management

Professional judgment

Portfolio management

Deadline driven

Big 4 experience (advantage)

Education

Accounting credential (CPA/ACCA/ACA)

Job description

Job Description:

Job Description

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:

• ACA/ACCA/CPA qualified
• 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
• Portfolio management experience
• Strong attention to detail and analytical assessment
• Experience working as part of a team supporting others
• Commercial awareness
• Experience gained in a Big 4 accounting firm would be advantageous but not essential

Requirements: