Job description

Growing Grant Thornton's audit presence in the UAE under Strategy 2027 is the focus of this External Audit Director role in Dubai, open to UAE Nationals. The firm audits more than 700 companies a year, from SMEs to international listed groups, and a large portfolio of them will sit with you. Multiple engagement teams run financial statement audits under your oversight, each expected to deliver profitably, efficiently and to the highest quality. Client pitches are yours to lead, and building a client network in the UAE market matters a great deal. Large audits, complex groups and difficult technical matters are familiar ground, as is a strong working knowledge of compliance and regulation. When technical or service issues arise, clients expect quick and thorough resolution. Less experienced colleagues rely on you for training, supervision and regular feedback, and you help Talent Acquisition recruit for the team. Expect to bring 11 or more years of External Audit experience in a top international firm, an ACA, CPA or ACCA qualification and a UAE Family Book.