Alternatively, Grant Thornton – At Grant Thornton we do things differently – looking to the future, driving ambitious growth and pioneering positive change in our industry. Providing audit, tax and advisory services, we empower clients through strategic insight, curiosity, and genuine partnership. And we empower our people with real opportunity, an inclusive culture and work‑life balance.
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. This is a chance to help redefine what our industry looks like and what you want from your career.
Role Overview
NEW GROUND WON’T BREAK ITSELF. We believe we’re best positioned to make a meaningful impact on the economy. Every day, we provide a diverse range of organizations with the business and financial advice it takes to do this. Our ideas and insights empower our clients to make big decisions about the future and unlock sustainable growth.
Our Pensions team audits some of the biggest pension schemes in the UK. This is a chance for you to gain experience working with a variety of large multinational clients.
Responsibilities
* Making quality second nature – the work you will do has a major impact on our clients and our firm. We pride ourselves on the high‑level standards and quality we expect from our people.
* Own your work – lead onsite audit teams, prepare and review financial statements, and keep management updated on progress.
* Be part of a team – work with a dynamic national pensions audit team and mentor junior members to ensure they understand their responsibilities and receive excellent on‑the‑job training.
* Take responsibility – act as a trusted business adviser to our clients, overseeing all aspects of audit fieldwork and completion.
* Build your brand – work closely with your people manager to develop, collaborate and communicate more effectively with colleagues and clients at all levels. Build your brand as a trusted adviser to clients and within our firm.
Qualifications
* Professional qualification: ACA, ICAS, CA or ACCA or CIPFA.
* Experience of leading audits (as an in‑charge) across diverse pension scheme clients.
Skills to Set You Apart
* Excellent knowledge of UK GAAP / FRS102.
* Excellent knowledge of the Pension SoRP.
* Extensive experience using audit software and Microsoft packages.
* Genuine interest in our clients with the ability to confidently discuss business challenges and needs.
* Interest in maintaining and developing technical knowledge to facilitate and lead valuable discussions with our clients.
Benefits
* Tailored development programmes and access to coaching.
* Flexible bank holidays – allowing you to celebrate the days that are important to you.
* Benefits including pension, life assurance and private medical, additional holiday purchasing and health benefits.
* Additional benefits such as shopping discounts, gym memberships, financial advice.
Cultural Fit
The culture at Grant Thornton is what sets us apart, we’re known for our inclusive culture and creating environments where all our people can flourish. Our values – purposefully driven, actively curious, candid but kind – shape our daily behaviours and decisions. We’re looking for people who align with our values to perform at their best.
How We Work
We have a trust‑based way of working, driven by responsible people who have the best interests of our firm and our clients at heart. Our framework offers flexibility in where, how and when we work to deliver the best results for our clients, whilst helping you keep a balance between work and life. Life is more than work and we’re happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles. We’re looking for people who can drive the business forward, contribute, spark fresh ideas and go beyond expectations. It’s how it should be.
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