Senior - Financial Services - Advisory - FAAS

Posted:
10/24/2024, 12:25:27 AM

Location(s):
Leinster, Ireland ⋅ Dublin, Leinster, Ireland

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
Finance & Banking

We are Grant Thornton. We go beyond business as usual, so you can too. 

Grant Thornton Ireland (GT) has over 2,500 people in 9 offices across Ireland, The Isle of Man, Gibraltar, and Bermuda, with a presence in over 130 countries around the world, and a global network of over 62,000 people.

At GT, we work as trusted advisors, bringing local knowledge and national expertise, with a global presence, to help businesses succeed – wherever they are located. We make business more personal by investing in building relationships and empowering our clients to make the right choice for their organisation now and for the future. Whether that is working with the public sector to build thriving communities, with regulators and financial institutions to build trust, or with a diverse range of businesses to help them achieve their goals, Grant Thornton Ireland work hard to support clients to act on the issues that matter. 

At GT Ireland we don’t just predict your future, we build it.  

A Career at GT 

Looking for a more fulfilling role in professional services? One where fresh thinking, collaboration and diversity are valued? At Grant Thornton we do things differently. 

What does this mean for you? 

A career in a more inclusive working environment, a more collaborative work culture, a more supported, flexible working role, more possibilities to grow and more opportunities to help shape the future for your clients. We respect and value your experience. And we want you to bring your authentic self to work and be at your best. It is how it should be. 

Grow with us 

At Grant Thornton, we care about our people and work hard to make you feel valued. If you are looking to deepen and develop your skills, knowledge, and experience throughout your career, then that is what you will get, and more.

The Opportunity

Are you an ambitious, motivated professional with a strong background in financial services? If you're eager to take on new challenges and contribute to a dynamic, high-performing team, this opportunity is perfect for you. In this role, you'll work closely with FAAS directors, managers, and other senior personnel at Grant Thornton, as well as key stakeholders from our multinational client base. This position offers the chance to gain exposure to diverse projects, build strong client relationships, and make a real impact in the financial services sector.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with clients to prepare and review financial statements in accordance with IFRS, US GAAP, and Luxembourg GAAP.
  • Support clients in optimizing business functions, including improving the financial statement process, reviewing and remediating business operations, and participating in interim staffing projects.
  • Build and maintain strong working relationships with both internal teams and client representatives.
  • Coordinate with auditors to ensure seamless communication and project delivery.
  • Actively promote the FAAS function within Grant Thornton and externally to clients.

Experience, Skills, and Attributes:

  • Proven experience in the financial services industry, particularly in the asset management sector, either directly or through practice.
  • ACA/ACCA qualification (or equivalent IFAC certification).
  • Minimum of 1 year of post-qualification experience (PQE).
  • Audit experience with large companies, multinational entities, and complex financial instruments.
  • In-depth knowledge of IFRS and US GAAP reporting standards, with a basic understanding of Irish GAAP and Luxembourg GAAP.
  • Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements within the funds industry.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, with a focus on Excel (experience with SAP, ERP, and other financial reporting tools is desirable).
  • Meticulous attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a strong ability to articulate complex financial information clearly.
  • Eagerness to learn quickly and stay up-to-date with the latest technical developments, particularly around IFRS and US GAAP.
  • Ability to thrive under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
  • A collaborative team player who supports others and contributes to group success.

Life at GT 

Reward and benefits: 

Our reward and benefits are designed to create an environment where our people can flourish. We are committed to building a culture where our people have access to the necessary benefits to help promote a healthy lifestyle and thrive. 

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion:

At Grant Thornton, we provide equitable opportunities for all our colleagues. We are a responsible, sustainable business where equity, diversity and inclusion (ED&I) is at the forefront of our workplace culture agenda, and today, we continue to build and develop on our existing ED&I structure and strategy to meet our workplace culture needs. People are at the heart of our business and teams built with varied backgrounds, racial differences, cultures, sexual orientations, religious orientations, ages, gender identities, abilities and family types present diverse viewpoints, which need to be heard and valued.

We are all at our best when we are able to be ourselves and we view integrity and authenticity as integral values to bring to our day-to-day work-life at the firm. We are excited to see the personality and perspectives you will bring to our team because we know we will all benefit from them. Diversity of thought, background and experience enables better decision-making, improves the quality of our delivery, and helps us to meet the needs of our clients. Our firm is built on people and their ideas, so we want to hear all the new perspectives and fresh thinking you have to offer. You form the bedrock of our firm’s best-practice principles and we will champion you as leaders from day one.

Recognition: 

We want to create a culture of recognition and celebrating success, by saying thank you to people who surpass our expectations and recognising the right values and behaviours. Our Shout Out recognition scheme is our way of highlighting and promoting achievements. Whether you simply want to say thank you, celebrate a special occasion or give an award for doing something exceptional, you can do all of this and more through the scheme. 

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