Manager, National Financial Statement Compilation Centre of Excellence

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About this role

Due to continued growth, our National Financial Statement Compilation Centre of Excellence is seeking a Manager to lead the delivery of high quality financial reporting outcomes for our clients. This role offers exposure to complex engagements, leadership responsibility and the opportunity to influence best practice across the firm.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing and reviewing the preparation of financial statements for large private, not-for-profit and government clients
• Assisting team members to resolve accounting and reporting issues arising during the preparation of financial statements
• Acting as a key point of contact for our clients and audit teams in relation to delivery of financial statement compilation engagements
• Driving quality, consistency and efficiency across financial reporting deliverables
• Coaching and developing Senior Associates and Associates within the Centre of Excellence
• Contributing to process improvement, roll out of AI tools, and knowledge sharing initiatives

Skills and experience

This role will suit someone who has:

• A degree in Accounting or Finance and CA qualification
• Strong technical accounting and financial reporting experience within a professional services environment
• Proven experience reviewing financial statements and resolving accounting and financial reporting issues
• Confident stakeholder management and leadership capability
• Ability to balance technical excellence with commercial outcomes
• A collaborative mindset and passion for developing others

Reach your remarkable

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:

• Flexible working options to support a balanced approach to life
• Free annual gym membership
• Active employee networks and social committees
• Family focused support including 26 weeks parental leave and superannuation on parental leave
• Mental health and wellbeing resources and coaching
• Funded CA qualification and additional study support classes

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