Role & responsibilities

Demonstrate working knowledge of auditing and aptitude for technical accounting, including US GAAP

Focus will be on our benefit plan services clients, which includes auditing defined contribution pension plans, defined benefit pension plans, and health and welfare plans
Execute components of audit under remote service delivery model in an effective and efficient manner
Gain understanding of client operations, processes, and business objectives and utilize that knowledge on engagements
Perform detailed review of work executed by staff (Analysts and Associates)
Implement high standards of quality for performance of team and monitor engagement progress
Provide effective counseling, training, coaching and mentoring to team members to assist them in fully developing their potential. Also provide feedback and direction
Facilitate trainings to staff (Analyst / Associate) members
Lead multiple audit assignments simultaneously and competing priorities in a rapidly growing, fast- paced, interactive, results-based team environment by collaborating with diverse teams
Demonstrate maturity, poise and self-confidence in managing self and dealing with colleagues

Contribute to a positive team environment by demonstrating consistent commitment and optimism toward work challenges
Build relationship with US audit teams and be able to identify and discuss complex issues and present workable solutions in a simple, meaningful and focused manner with all levels of employees
Ensure that audit documentation is in compliance with quality standards of the Firm
Attend professional development and training sessions on a regular basis
Understands and adapts to the Grant Thornton corporate culture

Audit -Senior Associate - EBP

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