Audit Assistant Manager (ISQM 1)

Alternatively, Grant Thornton

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With over 5,000 people in the UK, and a presence in 150 global markets, we're on an ambitious journey, from great to exceptional, and we need the best people to help us achieve our potential. And with that comes the opportunity to help redefine what our industry looks like, and what you want from your career.

Job Description:

Are you looking to build your career in audit quality and play a genuine part in how our firm delivers assurance? If so, here's what it's like working in Audit Quality at Grant Thornton.

Our Audit Quality team supports the design, implementation and operation of the firm's System of Quality Management (SoQM), in line with ISQM (UK) 1. Working closely with the Audit Director and the wider audit practice, the team embeds a strong quality culture, runs monitoring activity, and keeps the firm's quality documentation current and audit ready.

We're looking for an Assistant Manager to support the day-to-day operation of the SoQM, working under the direction of the Manager and Audit Director. This is a delivery focused role with genuine variety, spanning monitoring and testing, documentation, and day-to-day support to audit teams, with a clear development path into more senior quality management positions.

We're happy to talk flexible working and consider reduced hours and job shares, we'll support you to balance your work and life.

A look into the role

• Support the ongoing operation of the firm's System of Quality Management in line with ISQM (UK) 1 requirements

• Help embed a culture of audit quality across the practice through guidance, communication and training activity

• Support the Manager in maintaining quality objectives, risk assessments and responses across the components of the SoQM

• Carry out monitoring activities, including testing and root cause analysis, and help track remediation actions through to completion

• Prepare and maintain documentation evidencing the design, implementation and operation of the SoQM

• Act as a first point of contact for audit teams on day-to-day quality management queries and ISQM (UK) 1 compliance

• Support engagement with internal stakeholders across the audit practice

• Help prepare for internal and external quality reviews and inspections, including collating evidence and draft responses

• Contribute to the development and maintenance of firm policies, methodologies and tools that support audit quality

• Prepare draft reports and analysis summarising monitoring outcomes and remediation progress, for review by the Manager

• Support continuous improvement activity within the SoQM, including alignment with digital tools and process changes

Knowing you're right for us

Joining us as an Assistant Manager, the minimum criteria you'll need is a professional qualification (ACA / ACCA or equivalent), or to be in the final stages of qualifying, along with some experience in an Audit or Internal Audit environment. It would be great if you had some of the following skills, but don't worry if you don't tick every box, we'll help you develop along the way.

• Ability to work effectively with a range of stakeholders and contribute to cross-functional initiatives

• Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly

• Organised and analytical, with strong attention to detail and a focus on continuous improvement

• Working knowledge of ISQM (UK) 1 and UK auditing standards

• Technical knowledge of UK GAAP, IFRS and ethical standards

Knowing we're 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 you'll interact with leaders who are interested in you and everything you bring to our firm. The things that set you apart, we value them. That's why we give you the freedom to bring your whole self to work and pursue your passions inside and outside of work.

Beyond the job

Life is more than work. The things you do, and the people you're with outside of work matter, that's why we're happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles, and we'll 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, you'll be giving back to society. It's that drive to do the right thing that runs through our every move, grounded in our firm's values – purposefully driven, actively curious and candid but kind.

We're looking for people who want to contribute, spark fresh ideas and go beyond expectations. People who want to be able to proudly do what's right, for the firm, our clients, our people and themselves. It's how it should be.

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