At Grant Thornton we go beyond business as usual, so you can too. A team of over 150 professionals together collaborate with more than 73,000 colleagues in more than 149 markets globally. GT will embrace your uniqueness and what you bring to the table. We seek individuals who bring their own flair, passion, and diverse experiences to the forefront. Each individual adds a layer of richness and depth to our collective tapestry. We want you not only to bring your skills and expertise, but also your essence, your passions, and your authentic self. At Grant Thornton, we know that when you bring your own self, you bring magic to the workplace.
Duties and Responsibilities
The Transaction Advisory Services (TAS) team provides a broad range of advisory services to clients and the Senior Advisor must be capable of handling assignments which would interface with client management, financiers, auditors and other professionals; know when to seek advice from colleagues, managers and partners and demonstrate analytical skills and judgment. Here are some things you can expect from this role.
Your day-to-day tasks would include:
- Demonstrates knowledge of various industries as well as assessing which key performance indicators would apply to each industry and applying them to understand and analyse the client’s needs
- Undertakes assignments in various areas of corporate finance, including company valuations, IFRS reporting, debt advisory and financial due diligences
- Modelling a comprehensive set of projections which include an income statement, statement of financial position and cash flow statement
- Provides on the job training, coaching and ongoing feedback to interns
- Demonstrates expertise in the application of IFRS, particularly new standards and is seen by peers and subordinates as a reference point for advice on technical areas
- Demonstrates and understands technical issues arising in an assignment and discussing them with the manager on the job
- Resolves and identifies risk management issues and applies knowledge to manage such issues
- Undertakes from start to finish, including issuing of letters of engagement, performing know-your-client procedures, compiling a financial model and drafting reports and issuing bills
Who You Are
The successful candidate must:
- Be strong in research, analysis, and interpretation
- Be capable of writing high quality, professionally presented reports, and ensuring that all key issues are communicated effectively
- Ensure all files are closed down on completed projects in accordance with Grant Thornton policy (including approval sign off)
- Demonstrates leadership qualities within the team.
Skills to set you apart:
- Previous experience in transaction advisory
- Working within a team environment
- Experience in client facing work
- Experience of using analytical skills and applying them in commercial judgement
- Developing ability to build and maintain a network of industry contacts
- Extensive experience of drafting reports and preparing financial model
- Good working knowledge of MS office applications, in particular Excel and use of shortcuts and formulas
The minimum criteria:
- ACCA qualified or a Degree in Accountancy
- Minimum 4-5 years of experience in a similar role or as part of an audit team
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong organisational skills, analytical skills, time management and ability to meet deadlines
What we offer
- Competitive Salary.
- Health Insurance.
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
- Continuous Professional and Personal growth through our Learning & Development team and participation in international milestone programmes.
- Family Friendly Measures – Work-life balance.
- Flexible working hours.
- Working in a multi-cultural environment.
- Recognition and Career Progression.
- Wellbeing Allowance, which increases on a yearly basis.
- Open door policy.
- Firmwide social activities.
- Gym and wellness memberships at discounted rates.
- Hotel accommodation at discounted rates.
- Tuition support on courses related to the job, and study leave.
- Performance Appraisals held twice yearly.
- Induction Meetings and buddy system.
- Donate as you earn.
- Career secondments opportunities.
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.
Grant Thornton gives you the opportunities, resources and flexibility to create a career that empowers your passion.
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. It’s that drive to do the right thing that runs through our every move, grounded in our CLEARR values – Collaboration, Leadership, Excellence, Agility, Respect and Responsibility.
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.
