Independence Officer

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Work type: Contract
Location: Sydney
Categories: Administration, Hybrid working, Risk & Compliance

• Full-time 12 month fixed term contract role
• Hybrid work environment | Based in Sydney
• First professional services firm to trial a 9-day fortnight

Grant Thornton Australia is one of the world's leading independently-owned and managed accounting, advisory and consulting firms.

Our culture is underpinned by a commitment to our clients, people and communities, and our promise to ‘Reach for Remarkable’ by providing proven expertise, principled execution, and personalised experience.

In Australia, we’re proud to support the careers of over 1,500 remarkable people. With six offices nationally and partner firms in more than 145 markets, wherever you want to go, we can take you there.

About this role

We are looking for an Independence Officer to join our Risk and Quality team in Sydney. You will be the point of contact for general inquiries about relationship checks, independence system, and independence letters. You will also liaise with global Grant Thornton member firms, collate data, conduct family tree research, and perform data entry tasks.

You will report to the Independence Manager and work closely with the Independence Partner and other team members. You will also have the opportunity to learn from the best practices and standards of our global network.

Key responsibilities

• Respond to queries from internal and external stakeholders regarding independence matters
• Perform relationship checks using the global independence system and other sources
• Prepare and issue independence letters to clients and third parties
• Assist with data entry, data validation, and data analysis tasks
• Conduct research on corporate structures and family trees
• Support the Independence Manager and Partner with ad hoc projects and tasks

Skills & experience

• Previous experience in a similar role or in an accounting, audit, or risk function
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment\

If you’re interested in this role but don’t feel that you match every single one of our requirements, we would still love to hear from you and explore the unique skillset and attributes that you can bring to the team.

At Grant Thornton we do things differently because we understand that when you strive for better and care about what you do remarkable things are possible. We’re a dynamic and authentic mix of backgrounds, perspectives and ways of thinking. We’re driven by our shared purpose – we care for our people, clients and communities and support them to thrive.

With us, you’ll be exposed to challenging and rewarding opportunities – building your confidence and capabilities at every step. You’ll be supported, motivated and inspired by a team of passionate and caring collaborators and leaders. You’ll be empowered to build a career path that’s tailored to you and encouraged to make a meaningful difference. And we’ll make sure the excellence you deliver and the impact you make is always seen, felt and celebrated.

Remarkable perks that put you first:

• Balance work from home with collaborative team connection days
• Work in comfort and dress for your day
• 9-day fortnight with no salary reduction
• Diverse and inclusive firm culture
• And many more!

Need some help applying or participating in the recruitment process?

We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible for anyone who wishes to apply, and we warmly encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, those in the LGBTQI+ community and individuals who identify as having a disability or are neurodivergent. Click here for more information about how we support Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Grant Thornton.

Should you have questions or require any adaptations or additional support for your individual circumstances so you may perform at your best during the application or recruitment process please contact Betty, from our Talent Acquisition team, on [email protected]

As we provide fair consideration and evaluation to a high volume of applications, we endeavour to provide feedback on your application at the earliest opportunity.

Advertised: 27 Jun 2024 AUS Eastern Standard Time
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