Audit Manager

Company: Grant Thornton
Location: Wichita
Posted on: May 27, 2023

Job Description:

As an Audit Manager, you will use your technical and leadership skills to oversee the completion of on-budget financial statement audits. You'll apply your knowledge of each client's operations, processes, business objectives and risks to enhance each financial statement audit - all with the resources, environment and support to help you excel. You'll build relationships with clients and your engagement teams, and use our world-class audit technology to work collaboratively, solve smarter, and have meaningful business conversations. From day one, you'll be empowered with access to firm leaders and mentors, training programs, resource groups, team-based communities, and growth opportunities to help you develop your career and achieve more, confidently.
Your day-to-day may include:

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  Overseeing and supporting multiple engagement teams concurrently to complete financial statement audits
  
  
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  Consistently listening and communicating with clients about engagement and service expectations; resolving technical and service issues quickly and thoroughly
  
  
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  Training and supervising less experienced colleagues and providing consistent, regular feedback
  
  
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  Being a proactive problem solver and sought-after business adviser to your clients on a variety of business improvement areas
  
  
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  Teaming with Grant Thornton colleagues on proposals and business development activities.
  
  
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  Working at a client site, with your team in the office or remotely. We empower teams to listen first to expectations of clients and teammates; then you and your team can determine when and where to work. No matter when or where, you will have the support you need to thrive
  
  
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  Representing Grant Thornton at recruiting and professional networking events
  
  
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  Building your technical and professional skills through formal training
  
  
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  Other duties as assigned
  
  
  You have the following technical skills, qualifications and abilities:
  
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    Bachelor's degree in accounting, economics, finance, mathematics, or related disciplines
    
    
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    Minimum of five years of progressive public accounting experience with a mid-sized to large firm
    
    
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    An active CPA license (required)
    
    
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    Analytical, technical, and auditing skills, including proficiency in US GAAP, GAAS, and PCAOB rules and standards
    
    
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    Can manage multiple engagements and competing priorities
    
    
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    Value teamwork, are agile and know the power of building strong relationships
    
    
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    Are curious about or have exposure to automation and digitization tools as part of audits or in the professional services environment
    
    
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    Can travel as needed (Travel expectation: 25%)
    
    
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    Excellent verbal and written communication skills
    
    
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    About Us
    At Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result - for our clients and you. Here, we go beyond your expectations of a career in professional services by offering a career path with more: more opportunity, more flexibility, and more support. It's what makes us different, and we think being different makes us better.
    About the Team
    The team you're about to join is ready to help you thrive. Here's how:
    --- Whether it's your work location, weekly schedule or unlimited flex time off, we empower you with the options to work in the way that best serves your clients and your life.
    --- Here, you are supported to prioritize your overall well-being through work-life integration options that work best for your and those in your household.
    --- We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different - and we think that's a good thing. That's why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. See how at www.gt.com/careers
    --- When it comes to inclusion, we are committed to doing more than checking boxes. Explore all the ways we're taking action for diversity, equity & inclusion at www.gt.com/careers
    Here's what you can expect next:
    If you apply and are selected to interview, a Grant Thornton team member will reach out to you to schedule a time to connect. We encourage you to also check out other roles that may be a good fit for you or get to know us a little bit better at www.gt.com/careers.
    Benefits:
    We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different, and we think that's a good thing. That's why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. For an overview of our benefit offerings, please visit: https://www.grantthornton.com/careers/rewards-and-benefits
    
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      Benefits for internship positions: Grant Thornton interns are eligible to participate in the firm's medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm's employee assistance program. Interns also receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave, and are paid for firm holidays that fall within their internship period.
      
      
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      Benefits for seasonal employee positions: Grant Thornton seasonal employees are eligible to participate in the firm's medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm's employee assistance program. Seasonal employees may also be eligible to participate in the firm's 401(k) savings plan and employee retirement plan in accordance with applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements. Seasonal employees receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave.
      
      
      Grant Thornton employees may be eligible for a discretionary, annual bonus based on individual and firm performance, subject to the terms, conditions and eligibility criteria of the applicable bonus plan or program. Interns and seasonal employees are not eligible for bonus compensation.
      Additional Details:
      It is the policy of Grant Thornton to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions (including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, working conditions, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, evaluations, and termination) are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital or civil union status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic predisposition or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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      For Los Angeles Applicants only: We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

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