Senior Manager - External Audit - PCAOB

We’re a large and growing professional services firm that still feels like a community. We employ over 750 people across the UAE and experiencing exciting growth! We truly care about our colleagues, our clients and the communities where we work and live.

As a Senior Manager, your responsibilities will include supporting senior colleagues in preparing audit strategy, managing a portfolio, organising & reviewing work, as well as overseeing a team of Senior Associates & Associates and being a key client contact. While showcasing eagerness to delve into Business Development, leading with expertise, driving strategic initiatives, and fostering innovation to exceed client expectations and elevate industry standards.

Let us paint a picture for you

Imagine being part of a team that puts “we before me”, where flexibility is a mindset, and where you trust your colleagues to have your back.

Imagine working for an organization that believes in the power of authenticity in everything that we do. Whether youre steering discussions in a client meeting, tackling your fear of heights at the top of the Burj Khalifa or scaling the heights of Jebel Jais – bring your true self to work. Be a part of a team driven by a purpose of shaping the world that we live in, based on trust and integrity in markets, dynamic businesses, and communities where businesses and people thrive.

Join us to expand your horizons, be inspired, face challenges, and most importantly, be yourself.

About the Audit & Assurance at Grant Thornton UAE

Where precision meets passion! Our Audit and Assurance services cater to a diverse range of companies, ensuring financial clarity and confidence at every turn. Our clientele spans diverse industries and all sizes from SMEs to International Groups and listed companies. We are very proud to be market leaders in multiple areas including Financial Services and PCAOB engagements; as well as having led the first Middle East unicorn listing on NASDAQ.

As a Senior Manager some of your responsibilities will include:

• Working strategically with the leadership team to drive the growth of the business
• Developing a strong internal and external network to support business development
• Taking responsibility in managing a key client portfolio; building and maintaining strong working relationships
• Taking the lead on dealing with large, technically complex clients
• Supporting the Audit Partner in the running of the team
• Negotiating client fees per engagement as appropriate
• Involved in the interview process for new hires joining the team