Company Overview

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

Based in our modern Adelaide Office, we are looking for a Senior Manager to join our established Audit Team. Our audit process is more than a compliance measure; our robust, independent audits deliver actionable insights and add substantial value for our clients. You will work with ASX‑listed companies, privately-owned businesses and not-for-profits, and use Grant Thornton’s proprietary global audit methodology and the latest technology to drive an efficient and effective audit process.

Key responsibilities

- Establish audit objectives and manage a team of auditors to complete an effective audit process.
- Identify and report on client financial risks in relation to external financial reporting requirements.
- Execute and deliver a variety of external audit client engagements in an effective and methodical manner.
- Prepare high‑quality audit reports and related documentation.
- Manage and mentor team members on each project engagement team to continually develop their skills and experience.
- Build successful client relationships with a positive "can do" attitude to challenges and the agility to multitask effectively across competing priorities.
- Research difficult audit technical issues and act as a trusted advisor to our clients.
- Work closely with internal teams and clients to identify business‑development opportunities that will add value to our clients’ businesses.

Skills & experience





- Previous audit experience in a mid‑tier or Big 4 professional services firm.
- Must be CA qualified or hold a similar relevant overseas qualification.
- Robust communication and consultation skills, enabling you to work directly and effectively with company owners, CEOs, CFOs and other stakeholders.
- Strong project management skills – ability to manage competing priorities and deliver engagements in a timely manner.
- Problem‑solving and analytical skills to provide effective solutions for our clients and prevent risk.
- Collaborative and consultative approach to working with diverse internal stakeholders from Associates up to Partners.
- Excellent business‑development skills enabling you to build strong relationships and identify opportunities in clients’ businesses.
- Sound knowledge of IFRS, Australian Auditing Standards, ASX Listing Rules and Corporation Act requirements would be advantageous.

Benefits

- 9‑day fortnight with no salary reduction.
- Fully funded gym membership.
- Health insurance discounts.
- Funded professional membership.
- Promotion opportunity and structured learning and development at all career levels.
- Diverse and inclusive firm culture.
- Mental health support, financial and wellbeing coaching.
- Many more benefits tailored to support your work‑life balance.

Diversity & Inclusion

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/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, members of the LGBTQI+ community, and those who identify as having a disability or are neurodivergent. If you need adaptations or additional support during the application or recruitment process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at We provide fair consideration and evaluation to a high volume of applications and endeavour to provide feedback on your application at the earliest opportunity.

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📌 Senior Manager, Audit & Assurance (Adelaide)
🏢 Grant Thornton Australia
📍 Adelaide