Digital Audit Assistant Manager

grant thornton singapore private limited; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Grant Thornton Singapore Private Limited is seeking an experienced audit professional to lead engagements from planning to completion. You will deliver high-quality statutory audits using data-driven methods and modern analytics, applying IFRS/ISA standards with precision.

Youll mentor junior staff, train teammates on digital tools, and build strong client relationships while driving efficiency and continuous improvement across the audit team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years’ experience in statutory audit, preferably in professional services.
• Knowledge of IFRS and ISA; apply standards in complex audit environments.
• Hands-on experience with audit software and data extraction tools.
• Strong project and stakeholder management, tight deadlines ability.
• Commitment to continuous technical development in audit technology.

Responsibilities

• Manage audit engagements from planning through completion with data-driven methods.
• Drive audit quality and leverage technology-enabled approaches.
• Prepare and review financial statements and audit outputs.
• Apply data analytics to identify anomalies, trends and risks.
• Translate outputs into clear audit insights for clients.
• Utilise digital platforms to analyse large datasets for robust testing.
• Deliver training on audit methodologies and mentor junior staff.
• Foster strong client relationships and manage stakeholder expectations.
• Contribute to initiatives improving audit quality and efficiency.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Data analytics

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Accounting or equivalent

Professional accounting qualification (SCAQ/ICAEW/CA ANZ)

Tools

Inflo

Audit software

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Audit Team

Our audit team supports businesses in this important compliance measure that builds transparency and a complete picture of your financial position and regulatory obligations. Using a single audit approach and methodology across all Grant Thornton firms, our team brings consistent, high-quality audits to companies across the globe.

The audit team’s flat hierarchy and culture of teamwork brings about an openness where team members of any level can raise their ideas and concerns to leaders and career coaches. As our clients are multinational companies that span across a vast range of industries, our team members gain valuable exposure across various industries.

In addition to career coaching, the firm encourages our people to learn continually and pursue their professional qualifications. Through sponsored tuition fees, study leave, and the support of colleagues, our people are able to take the next step in a fulfilling career.

Responsibilities

• Manage audit engagements from planning through completion, deliver high-quality audits using data-driven digital methodologies
• Drive audit quality and leverage technology-enabled audit approaches
• Prepare and review financial statements, interpret outputs from audit and analytics tools
• Apply data analytics to analyze complete populations of financial and operational data, identify anomalies, trends, and risk areas to sharpen audit focus
• Translate data and system outputs into clear, practical audit insights for clients and stakeholders
• Leverage digital platforms to extract and analyse large datasets, ensuring robust audit testing and efficient procedures
• Deliver training on audit methodologies and digital platforms to strengthen team capability, while mentoring junior team members to support their development
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients and team members, manage stakeholder expectations effectively
• Contribute to initiatives aimed at improving audit quality and operational efficiency

Qualifications & requirements

• Minimum 4 years’ experience in statutory audit, preferably within a professional services firm
• Degree in Accounting or equivalent
• Hold a recognised accounting qualification such as Singapore Chartered Accountant Qualification (SCAQ), Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW), or Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ)
• Knowledge and exposure to IFRS and ISA and ability to apply standards effectively in complex audit environments is preferred
• Proven ability to identify audit risks and insights from data patterns
• Hands-on experience with audit software, data extraction tools, Microsoft applications and platforms (e.g., Inflo), with the ability to integrate these tools into audit processes
• Strong project management and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to deliver audits efficiently and effectively
• Commitment to continuous technical development, with emphasis on audit technology, data analytics, and innovation
• Detail oriented, with the ability to work under tight deadlines
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex audit findings clearly to clients and stakeholders
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively