Overview
In this Public Sector Audit role at Grant Thornton, you help lead external audits for NHS, local government, and related bodies within a high-performing team. You work closely with clients to discuss business needs while strengthening technical capabilities and audit quality. The role offers development opportunities, flexible/hybrid working, and a pathway back into public sector audit for returners. You’ll contribute to meaningful public-sector outcomes and be supported by a culture that values balance and inclusion.
Pay / Benefits
- Flexible working options
- Hybrid working
- Development programmes
- Secondments
- Charity fundraising opportunities
- Supportive culture
Responsibilities
- Manage a large portfolio of public sector audits
- Lead client discussions on business challenges and needs
- Maintain and develop technical knowledge to facilitate client discussions
- Extensive use of audit software and Microsoft packages
- Apply UK GAAP / FRS102 in audits
- Support audit quality and delivery across engagements
Key requirements
- Professional qualification (ACA, ICAS, CA, ACCA or CIPFA)
- Post-qualification experience
- Confident managing a large portfolio of audit clients
- Knowledge of UK GAAP / FRS102
- Project management experience
- Experience with IFRS and auditing listed companies would be beneficial
- Experience of auditing public sector bodies and dealing with complex technical matters
- Genuine client focus
- Strong communication skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- UK GAAP / FRS102
- Audit software proficiency
- Microsoft packages
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