Audit Manager / Senior Manager

About the role

The Audit Team at Grant Thornton supports businesses in their compliance obligations by providing consistent, high-quality audit services using a single audit approach and methodology across its firms. The role is based in Singapore and involves leading audit reviews, building client relationships and overseeing statutory audits. It is a permanent position.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and complete audit reviews, agree timetables, brief audit teams, monitor budgets and supervise junior colleagues
• Build and sustain strong client relationships and identify opportunities for business growth
• Draft and prepare proposals with directors and partners, and lead the preparation of pitch materials
• Manage, motivate and coach team members, giving regular feedback and supporting their professional development
• Oversee client portfolios and communicate with partners as required
• Plan, direct and complete Singapore statutory audits, supervise staff assignments and review financial statements and technical accounting issues
• Provide strategic oversight of large-scale and cross-border audit engagements, ensuring quality, timeliness and compliance with regulatory standards
• Collaborate with Partners, Directors and staff on client management and practice development

Required profile

• A recognised degree in Accounting or Finance and a completed professional qualification
• Qualified Singapore Chartered Accountant (ISCA) or ICAEW member; ACCA, CA Australia, CPA Australia or US CPA may also be considered
• Minimum 7 years of experience for the Manager role or 8 years for the Senior Manager role, including managerial experience in a professional services firm
• Track record of managing large-scale, cross-border audit engagements and driving business development
• Experience auditing clients in the oil & gas sector (including shipping and logistics) or the real estate sector
• Willingness to travel to client sites as required

Required skills

• Technical accounting proficiency in SFRS, SSA, IFRS and ISA
• Microsoft Office Suite and audit preparation software
• Strong client service, communication and presentation skills
• Leadership in business development, recruiting, training and mentoring
• Analytical, organisational and project management capabilities