Global Financial Reporting & Compliance Leader

Grant Thornton (US); Makati; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Grant Thornton (US) is seeking an experienced auditor with at least 5 years post-qualification experience to lead and review complex financial reporting for diverse clients in a dynamic role in Makati. You will guide teams, mentor staff, and contribute to business development while collaborating across global teams.

You will provide expert advice on IFRS, US GAAP, and related accounting issues, ensuring quality, timelines, and excellent client service.

Qualifications

• 5+ years post-qualified experience in audit or financial reporting.
• At least 2 years at Assistant Manager or Manager level.
• Background in a Top 20 practice or advisory firm.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and/or US GAAP.
• Proven leadership and project management experience.
• Excellent client relationship management and communication skills.
• Experience with CaseWare and electronic audit packages.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Motivated self-starter able to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality financial reporting and advisory services within timelines and budgets.
• Lead and review preparation of complex financial statements (IFRS, FRS 102, US GAAP).
• Advise clients on technical accounting issues including restructurings, acquisitions, consolidations, impairment, revenue recognition, and lease accounting.
• Manage project planning and resource allocation with strong governance and quality.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships as trusted advisor to finance leaders.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of senior associates and associates.
• Contribute to business development, proposals, and client presentations.
• Collaborate across service lines and international teams (EMEA, APAC, Americas).
• Ensure compliance with internal risk management frameworks and regulatory standards.
• Identify process improvements and innovative solutions to enhance efficiency and service.

Skills

Leadership

Client relations

Project management

Communication

Mentoring/Team development

Business development

Attention to detail

Independent and collaborative work

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CPA)

Tools

CaseWare

Audit software

Job description

Grant Thornton (US) is seeking an experienced auditor with at least 5 years post-qualification experience to lead and review complex financial reporting for diverse clients in a dynamic role in Makati. You will guide teams, mentor staff, and contribute to business development while collaborating across global teams.

You will provide expert advice on IFRS, US GAAP, and related accounting issues, ensuring quality, timelines, and excellent client service.