Grant Thornton - Associate Director - Financial Reporting & Advisory Services - CA/ACCA

Roles & Responsibilities:

- Provide accounting advisory support, including implementation assistance in Ind AS and other international GAAPs

- Effectively assist seniors / self-initiate in business development activities across clientele by identifying opportunities beyond the scope

- Support a portfolio of engagements, by leading a team of Assistant Managers, Seniors and Associates

- Lead by example, delegate work successfully and develop and maintain high performing teams.

- Conduct timely performance reviews and provide performance feedback to the team

- Monitor time and manage deadlines of the assignments and ensure quality of deliverables

- Support / Work on preparation of proposals & budgets and ensure timely billing and collections from the clients

- Ability to research technical topics efficiently and effectively and provide periodic technical trainings to the team members.

- Ability to perform in a client facing environment and act as the SPOC for all client related issues

- Strong analytical bent of mind and structured problem solving approach towards assignments

- Ability to work independently and with the team to efficiently manage projects according to strict deadlines

- Build, maintain, and enhance client relationships effectively

Desired Profile:

- 7+ years of experience in Financial Reporting and Advisory, Accounting Advisory

- Qualified CA / ACCA

- Good communication skills (Verbal & Written)

- Client facing experience is preferred

- Willingness to travel - Domestic or International

Skill Set: 

- Expert technical knowledge of Ind AS, IFRS and US GAAP

- Strong communication (both verbal and written), report writing and review skills

- Strong MS Excel skills, along with good working knowledge of other computer programs.

- Extensive knowledge on presenting facts, findings and observations to interested parties, including auditors

- Demonstrating experience as a team leader by creating a positive environment by monitoring workloads of the team while meeting client expectations and respecting the work-life quality of team members, providing candid, meaningful feedback in a timely manner, and keeping senior members informed of any progress or issues.