Job description

IPSAS is what sets this role apart, and practical experience with it is mandatory for this Senior Associate in Grant Thornton's External Audit team in Abu Dhabi. Engagements are yours to own from planning to completion, including audit planning discussions where risks are identified and the audit strategy is set. Day to day, you prepare or review work papers and draft financial statements, and draft reports for management review. Group audits and complex engagements are a regular feature, so delegating work sensibly matters. Associates and interns rely on you for supervision, training and mentoring on the audit process. AI, advanced analytics and data visualization are part of how audits are run here. Clients also look for practical recommendations on where they can improve. Expect additional hours and travel when engagements require it, along with regular professional development to keep up with industry trends.