Commercial Audit Manager

Overview

In this role you lead audit engagements, delivering high-quality assurance and serving as the primary client contact. You bring deep ISA/UK GAAP/IFRS knowledge and apply Grant Thornton’s audit methodology to manage risk and scope. You coach teams, nurture client relationships as a trusted advisor, and drive cross-service line opportunities. You operate with integrity within a supportive culture focused on growth, development, and delivering value.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, execution and completion of audit engagements
• Serve as primary client liaison on day-to-day matters
• Apply technical knowledge of ISAs, UK GAAP, IFRS, and audit methodology
• Identify audit risks, design strategy, and ensure defensible approaches
• Manage budgets, timelines and engagement profitability
• Lead and develop Assistant Managers and Associates
• Maintain strong client relationships as trusted advisor
• Identify cross-service line opportunities and contribute to growth
• Review financial statements for compliance
• Consult with Engagement Leaders and specialists on high-risk areas
• Contribute to proposals and business development
• Adhere to risk management policies and quality reporting
• Maintain ongoing professional development
• Act with integrity and uphold organisational values

Key requirements

• ACA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent)
• post-qualification audit experience
• strong technical grounding
• experience managing engagement teams and client relationships

• client relationship management
• leadership and coaching
• effective communication
• ISAs
• UK GAAP
• IFRS

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