More than you expected

Grant Thornton UK LLP is part of a global network of independent audit, tax and advisory firms, made up of some 58,000 people in over 135 countries. We're a team of independent thinkers who put quality, inclusion and integrity first. All around the world we bring a different experience to our clients. A better experience. One that delivers the expertise they need in a way that goes beyond. Personal, proactive, and agile. That's Grant Thornton.

Job Description:

Financial Reporting Assistant Manager

Every day our teams help people in businesses and communities to do what is right and achieve their goals.

The National Assurance Services (“NAS”) team is the firm's centre of technical excellence for assurance and financial reporting. Drawing on our strong relationships with regulators, standard setters and the people in our firm, we provide innovative, practical and robust solutions to auditing and financial reporting matters that support audit engagement teams with the delivery of high-quality audits.

We’re happy to talk flexible working and consider reduced hours and job shares, we’ll support you to balance your work and life.

A look into the role

This team primarily assist the audit practice with accounting and corporate reporting related consultations, compliance reviews of annual reports and accounts (ARAs) prior to signing audit reports.

An assistant manager will be responsible for first review of technical accounting queries, hot reviews and facilitating the Audit Helpdesk (reactive work).
You'll need either direct experience or a keen interest in technical accounting and corporate reporting, whilst demonstrating a desire to develop into a knowledgeable and credible accounting and corporate reporting
specialist.

You will keep up to date with technical knowledge related to accounting and corporate reporting requirements and support with audit practice training events.
 

Knowing you’re right for us

Joining us as a Financial Reporting Assistant Manager, the minimum criteria you’ll need is a professional qualification (ACA, CA, ACCA)

We are looking for someone technically strong who will reach appropriate conclusions on technical matters in consultation with more experienced team members.

You will need a strong understanding of accounting frameworks (UK adopted IFRS and UK GAAP), statutory and other regulatory requirements.
From your experience of working in an audit team, you will be able to adapt your style to best interact with engagement teams from different backgrounds and levels of experience.

Knowing we’re right for you

Embracing uniqueness, the culture at Grant Thornton thrives on the contributions of all our people, we never settle for what is easy, we look beyond to deliver the right thing, for everyone.  Building an inclusive culture, where we value difference and respect our colleagues helps our people to perform at the best of their ability and realise their potential.

Our open and accessible culture means you’ll interact with leaders who are interested in you and everything you bring to our firm. The things that set you apart, we value them. That’s why we give you the freedom to bring your whole self to work and pursue your passions inside and outside of work.

Beyond the job 

Life is more than work. The things you do, and the people you’re with outside of work matter, that’s why we’re happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles, and we’ll always do our best to keep your work and life in balance.

The impact you can make here will go far beyond your day job. From secondments, to fundraising for local charities, or investing in entrepreneurs in the developing world, you’ll be giving back to society. It’s that drive to do the right thing that runs through our every move, grounded in our CLEARR values – Collaboration, Leadership, Excellence, Agility, Respect and Responsibility.

We’re looking for people who want to contribute, spark fresh ideas and go beyond expectations. People who want to be able to proudly do what’s right, for the firm, our clients, our people and themselves. It’s how it should be.

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