Director - Audit and Assurance
Director - Audit and AssuranceApply locations Dublin time type Full time posted on Posted 4 Days Ago job requisition id JR7259
We are Grant Thornton.
We go beyond business as usual, so you can too. Grant Thornton Ireland (GT) has nearly 3,000 people in 9 offices across Ireland, The Isle of Man, Gibraltar, and Bermuda, with a presence in over 145 countries around the world, and a global network of over 68,000 people.
At GT, we work as trusted advisors, bringing local knowledge and national expertise, with a global presence, to help businesses succeed – wherever they are located.
Department Overview We, in Audit and Assurance are looking to expand our team due to our exponential growth.
This position will give you exposure to some exciting industries such as Retail, Manufacturing, Hospitality, Construction and Telecommunication whilst also giving you the opportunity to collaborate with clients both locally and globally.
We are looking for passionate individuals, who are self-motivated, capable of using their own initiative and have the ability to plan, control and complete audit engagements for a diverse portfolio of clients.
Main responsibilities: Develop and implement audit strategies tailored to clients ensuring alignment with the firms overall objectives.Provide leadership and direction to the audit team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvements.Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, ensuring client satisfaction.Oversee the execution of high-quality audits, ensuring compliance with industry regulations, accounting standards (GAAP, IFRS), and the firm's audit methodologies.Promote a learning environment that encourages professional growth and knowledge sharing within the team.Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the corporate audit sectors, including preparing and presenting proposals to potential clients.Skills and attributes: ACA/ACCA qualifiedMinimum 7+ years' experienceStrong technical skills (Irish GAAP and auditing standards.
IFRS experience an advantage but not essential);Electronic auditing experience ability to motivate and manage staff under tight deadlinesAbility to make professional judgements based on findingsPortfolio management experienceStrong attention to detail and analytical assessmentExperience working as part of a team supporting othersCommercial awarenessExperience gained in a Big 4 accounting firm would be advantageousLife at GT Reward and benefits: Our reward and benefits are designed to create an environment where our people can flourish.
We are committed to building a culture where our people have access to the necessary benefits to help promote a healthy lifestyle and thrive.
Equity, diversity and inclusion At Grant Thornton, we provide equitable opportunities for all our colleagues.
We are a responsible, sustainable business where equity, diversity and inclusion (ED&I) is at the forefront of our workplace culture agenda.
Recognition: We want to create a culture of recognition and celebrating success, by saying thank you to people who surpass our expectations and recognising the right values and behaviours.
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