Audit Assistant Manager
Audit Assistant Manager
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More than you expected
The UK member firms of Grant Thornton are part of global network of independent audit tax and advisory firms made up of some 76000 in over 150 countries. Were 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. Thats Grant Thornton.
Job Description:
Attention soon to be SAICA qualified South African professionals in Commercial Audit!
At Grant Thornton UK the talent and recruitment team are yet again seeking great audit talent from South Africa to join us here in the UK! We are looking for exceptional Audit talent that will be newly SAICA qualified or ready to register by the end of the year to join our UK audit team in January 2026!
In early July we will be holding an online recruitment event to tell you what it is like working within the Grant Thornton Commercial audit team and things to expect from relocating to/ living in the UK. If you are interested in attend the online event please message your interest to either or
And we will send a link.
Now is a great time to be part of Grant Thornton UK with a recent private equity investment enabling growth and technology enhancements. Join us on our journey from being great to exceptional!
You already know what an Audit Assistant Manager does so we want to tell you what its like to work within Audit at Grant Thornton UK and what can we offer to you - a newly qualified South African Audit professional that others dont.
Why Audit at Grant Thornton UK
Our UK audit practice is built of over 2300 people working across 24 locations and supported by 50 audit partners. Were really proud of the strong position our audit practice is in from a wellbeing resource and quality perspective the latter of which is shown through our recent positive AQR results. Every day our teams help people in businesses and communities to do what is right and achieve their goals. Our tailored and responsive approach provides the expertise our clients need enabling them to grow and make the right decisions about their future.
Our size and culture allow us to give you more opportunities within your career. You will have more responsibility for client outputs and more variety in the work you take on and the clients you work with. You can develop your career in a way that works for you and the firm and well support you with development programmes and opportunities along the way.
Life is about more than work
The things you do and the people youre with outside of work matter thats why were happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles whether thats reduced or condensed hours job shares well always do our best to keep your work and life in balance. Everyone in the firm is encouraged to work in a hybrid way want to go for a run at 3pm or collect children from school Thats fine with us if it fits with your client work. Our framework for how we work underpins our approach giving us all the confidence to make decisions that work for us and our teams.
Knowing were 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 youll interact with leaders who are interested in you and everything you bring to our firm. The things that set you apart we value them. Thats why we give you the freedom to bring your whole self to work and pursue your passions inside and outside of work.
A look into the role
As an Audit Assistant Manager within our Commercial Audit service line you will:
- Become a trusted business advisor to our clients with a focus on quality and reputation
- Project manage client work and oversee all aspects of audit fieldwork and completion
- Lead onsite audit teams preparing and reviewing financial statements and updating management
- Build and maintain strong working relationship with your team and our clients providing support to junior team members
- Constantly strive to push yourself and the business further knowing youre supported through every stage
Knowing youre right for us
Joining us as an Assistant Audit Manager the minimum criteria youll need is a professional qualification (recently SACIA qualified - or ready to register for a January 2026 start) and to be confident leading audits of varying sizes. It would be great if you had some of the following skills but dont worry if you dont tick every box well help you develop along the way.
- Good knowledge of IFRS
- An interest in our clients with the ability to confidently discuss business challenges and needs
- Extensive experience of using audit software and Microsoft packages
- Project management experience
- An interest in maintaining and developing your technical knowledge
Beyond the job
Life is more than work. The things you do and the people youre with outside of work matter thats why were happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles and well 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 youll be giving back to society. Its that drive to do the right thing that runs through our every move grounded in our firms values purposefully driven actively curious and candid but kind.
Were looking for people who want to contribute spark fresh ideas and go beyond expectations. People who want to be able to proudly do whats right for the firm our clients our people and themselves. Its how it should be.#LI-CL1 #LI-AM1
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
