Job Description

:Role Summary:FSI audit team is a part of the Grant Thornton INDUS. As a professional in this team, you will work with GT US teams to audit various clients within the Asset Management Industry. This is a highly integrated team doing end to end audits from INDUS.Responsibilities:

• Lead or supervise the engagement team including staff and seniors on the planning and execution of an audit, Asset Management clients to effectively and efficiently provide service to clients.
• Experience in auditing FSI/Asset Management clients.
• Understanding of key Industry concepts related to Hedge Funds, Private Equity, Fund of Funds and Mutual Funds.
• Understanding of key audit areas in Asset Management industry such as Partners capital, Investments, Management fees, Performance Fees and related audit procedures.
• Completing audit engagements end to end.
• Gain understanding of client operations, processes, and business objectives and utilize that knowledge on engagements.
• Perform review of work executed by seniors and staff.
• Implement high standards of quality for performance of team and monitor engagement progress.
• Manage relationship with Client and Administrators through out the course of the audit.
• 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 team members.
• Manage 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 towards work challenges.
• Conduct one to one meeting with Senior Associates at regular intervals to discuss technical, soft skills and career development goals.
• Manage escalation emails and calls.
• Build relationship with US audit teams and should 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 follows quality standards of the Firm and share knowledge with the team on new guidance or standard releases and implementation.
• Actively participate in recruiting talent to the firm.
• Attend professional development, networking events and training seminars on a regular basis.

Skills:

• Proficiency in US GAAP, GAAS, and PCAOB rules and standards.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office tools.
• Excellent written and oral communications
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong people and project management skills
• Team management : Lead a team of at least 10 - 15 staff members (Seniors/Analyst /Associate/Intern)
• Problem Solving Skills: Resolve problems of team and Manage escalation emails and calls and resolve the matter.
• Agile: Ability to adapt and accept challenging situations and tasks and perform with the utmost professionalism.

About Company:Grant Thornton INDUS comprises GT U.S. Shared Services Center India Pvt Ltd and Grant Thornton U.S. Knowledge and Capability Center India Pvt Ltd. Grant Thornton INDUS is the shared services center supporting the operations of Grant Thornton LLP, the U.S. member firm of Grant Thornton International Ltd. Established in 2012, Grant Thornton INDUS employs professionals across a wide range of disciplines including Tax, Audit, Advisory, and other operational functions. What sets us apart isnt just what we do - its how we do it. We support and enable the firms purpose of making business more personal and building trust into every result. Were collaborators - obsessed with quality and ready for anything - who understand the value of strong relationships. Our professionals are well integrated to seamlessly support the U.S. engagement teams, help increase Grant Thorntons access to a wide talent pool, and improve operational efficiencies. Empowered people, bold leadership, and distinctive client service are imbibed in the culture at Grant Thornton INDUS. We are a transparent, competitive, and excellence-driven firm that offers an opportunity to be part of something significant. In addition, professionals at Grant Thornton INDUS serve communities in India through inspirational and generous services to give back to the communities they work in. Grant Thornton INDUS has its offices in two locations in India - Bengaluru and Kolkata

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