Senior Audit Lead & Client Relationship Champion

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

Job summary

Grant Thornton Ireland is seeking an experienced audit professional to lead engagements from acceptance to completion in a Manila/Makati setting. You will review work, identify audit matters, and coordinate with specialists to ensure quality deliverables.

The role requires strong supervisory and coaching skills, client relationship management, and adherence to firm standards. You will guide teams, manage workflow, and drive improvements while staying current with local regulations and GAAP

Qualifications

• 5+ years in external audit with supervision 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 Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to identify key risks and propose effective audit approaches.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management.
• Excellent organisational and project-management capabilities.
• Ability to coach and develop staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit engagements from acceptance to completion, ensuring compliance with firm methodology and the professional standards.
• Review sections prepared by seniors and associates, providing feedback and guiding audit approach.
• Identify key audit matters, risks, and appropriate audit responses in line with ISA and internal guidance.
• Ensure audit documentation is reviewed and meets internal and regulatory quality standards.
• Consult and coordinate with specialists (valuation, tax, etc.).
• Client Relationship Management and act as a point of contact for clients during engagements.
• Conduct status meetings and communicate audit progress, deadlines, and issues.
• Lead discussions on key audit findings and control deficiencies.
• Build strong relationships to support long-term engagement success.
• Support cross-service opportunities in collaboration with partners.
• Supervise teams of associates and seniors; provide coaching and feedback.
• Support resource planning and manage workflow to ensure efficiency and timely delivery.
• Champion audit quality, follow risk management processes, and support remediation.
• Stay updated with regulatory requirements and assess impact on engagements.

Skills

Audit supervision

External audit

Team leadership

ISA IFRS knowledge

Communication

Project management

Staff coaching

Education

ACA/ACCA/CPA

Tools

Audit software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Grant Thornton Ireland is seeking an experienced audit professional to lead engagements from acceptance to completion in a Manila/Makati setting. You will review work, identify audit matters, and coordinate with specialists to ensure quality deliverables.

The role requires strong supervisory and coaching skills, client relationship management, and adherence to firm standards. You will guide teams, manage workflow, and drive improvements while staying current with local regulations and GAAP