Job Description
This is a high-profile position. It involves working closely with Partners and other senior personnel within Grant Thornton Ireland and our international network, but also with key finance people in both publicly listed companies and multinational environments.
Main Responsibilities
Proficient accountant, with a strong understanding of GAAP
Experience of working with MNC’s, in an industry or practice setting
Previous international experience working on accounting, financial reporting and/or supporting auditing of companies across a number of jurisdictions in EMEA, APAC and Americas
Strong experience in the preparation of financial statements in IFRS, UK & Irish GAAP and desirable in other international jurisdictions though not a requirement
Assist in maintaining and developing key client relationships
Assist in proposal and business development work, preparing budgets, liaising with international offices and partner/director as well as other relevant stakeholders
Play a key role in the wider Grant Thornton international community, getting involved in internal committees and contributing to project work
Design and implementation of project plans, with effective delegation of tasks to more junior members in the team and appropriate levels of coaching
Ensure completion of assignments within appropriate budget and timeframe
Self‑motivated ability to work within a team
Manage a team effectively while on assignment
Responsible for development and mentoring staff
Working knowledge of ONESOURCE and/or Caseware for accounts preparation is desirable
Experience of using an electronic auditing package an advantage
Strong communicator, highly articulate with good report writing and excel skills
Commercial / business awareness
A passion for client service
A genuine interest in IFRS and financial reporting in general
Ability to learn quickly and keep abreast of developments (particularly IFRS)
Skills & Experience
Recognised accounting qualification
Audit background an advantage
Experience in a top 20 practice or a multinational international reporting environment
Minimum of 5 years PQE practical experience of auditing or preparing financial statements
Strong people and project management skills
Strong knowledge of IFRS, UK & Irish GAAP; familiarity with other GAAPs such as German, French and/or Spanish is a benefit but not essential
About Grant Thornton
Grant Thornton Ireland is rapidly approaching 3,000 people, in 9 offices across Ireland, Isle of Man, Gibraltar and Bermuda. With a presence in over 149 countries around the world and a global network of 73,000 people, we bring our clients the local knowledge, national expertise and global presence to help them succeed – wherever they’re located.
Benefits & Culture
We build an inclusive working environment, collaborative culture, flexible working role, opportunities to grow and to help shape the future for our clients.
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