Jobs at Grant Thornton Kenya

Job Summary

The overall purpose of this job is to execute Audit and Assurance related tasks for the clients in accordance with the engagement terms.

Main Responsibilities of Job

• Control the audit in relation to timescales and risk management procedures
• Consistently achieve deadlines and understands the commercial implications of actions relating to productivity, recoverability, fee income and client service
• Establish working relations with the client's accounting team
• Ensure adherence to the audit plan and oversee the work of associates
• Prepare an engagement budget
• Prepare and review audit work papers in accordance with the firm’s requirements
• Ensure compliance with Grant Thornton and International Standards in respect of responses to assessed risks
• Review completeness of financial statements and ensure compliance with IFRS
• Focus on analytical review to capture critical areas of the audit
• Prepare and review tax computations and relevant appendices for the allowances claimed
• Review post-audit journal entries to rectify the client’s financial statements
• Plan and conduct external audits of various entities including operational and financial audits and disclose all matters arising to the managers, partners, and management
• Prepare draft management letters for the managers
• Record entity level controls and recommend changes in controls
• Carry out fieldwork, guide and supervise the associates to ensure that audits are carried out in accordance with the plan;
• Prepare audit engagement files in line with set standards and submit to the manager for review;
• Complete pre-audit activities in the relevant systems/ software;

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’or degree in Business related field Finance/ Accounting;
• CPA/ACCA Finalist
• Minimum of three years of experience+ post qualification experience in a reputable audit firm
• Experience in auditing financial institutions is an added advantage

Key skills:

• Ability to think on one’s feet
• Relationship management skills
• Supervisory skills
• People Management skills
• Confidentiality and integrity
• Interpersonal skills

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Summary   

The overall purpose of this job is to supervise daily operations and provide integrated technical advice to clients on Human Resource Solutions Services in line with established guidelines.

Main Responsibilities of Job

• Understand the client’s business and maintain good client service in line with established guidelines;
• Understand sensitivity of client engagements and maintains client confidentiality in line with set policies;
• Identify opportunities and recommend additional services that could benefit clients;
• Develop a good understanding of breadth of firms service offerings outside of personal area of practice;
• Demonstrate personal actions and behaviours within and outside the workplace reflecting own reputation and the firm’s brand;
• Create awareness of the Human Resources Solutions Services offerings;
• Attend to all internal/ external correspondence/ queries in a timely manner;
• Knowledge on the Employment Act and Labour laws;
• Lead Human Resources Solutions engagements including Recruitment & Selection, Job analysis, Job evaluation, Organization Structure Review, HR Audit Salary Survey, Performance management, HR Audit and Work load analysis;
• Handle end to end contracting process as and when required;
• Prepare and make presentations to clients during the meetings;
• Prepare and handle kick off and close out meetings with the clients;
• Develop and continuously update work plan for all engagements;
• Execute specific work streams with the team;
• Consult with the clients directly during the assignments;
• Prepare engagements reports;
• Get client feedback and recommendation letter; analyse the feedback obtained and communicate to the engagement service line head accordingly;
• Review proposals to ensure Terms of Reference has been responded to accordingly;
• Ensure timely billing and debt collection for all engagements;
• Develop working tools and provide technical expertise on Human Resources Solutions assignments;
• Respond to client inquiries in a timely manner and ensuring customer satisfaction;
• Review associates work to ensure accuracy of data capturing and report analysis;
• Ensure Human Resources Solutions programs and services are in compliance with established guidelines;
• Develop methods for compiling and analzying data for reports and specials projects;
• Complete timesheets on time in line with the policy;
• Motivate, mentor and coach team members in order to ensure growth and development; and
• Any other duties as assigned  to the job holder by the supervisor from time to time.

Key Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor degree in Business/HR related field;
• Pursuing CHRP part 2/ Higher Diploma in HRM)
• Have a minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience;
• Ability to work with a team;
• Must be able to meet the demands of an ever-changing business environment;
• Must be a critical thinker capable of identifying and evaluating different ideas or ways of solving problems creatively;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Time management and organizational skills;
• Creative problem-solving and strong analytical skills;

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Job Summary

The overall purpose of this job is to learn and provide clients with consultation and advice on matters related to Human Resource Solutions Services in line with the established guidelines;

Main Responsibilities of Job

• Understand the client’s business and maintain good client service in line with established guidelines;
• Understand sensitivity of client engagements and maintains client confidentiality in line with set policies;
• Develop a good understanding of breadth of firms service offerings outside of personal area of practice;
• Demonstrate personal actions and behaviours within and outside the workplace reflecting own reputation and the firm’s brand;
• Knowledge on the Employment Act and labour laws;
• Prepare engagement letters and follow up on approval and submission;
• Understand client’s recruitment needs, shortlist CVs that meet the role’s requirements and prepare interview packs;
• Carry out initial interviews for jobs up to mid-level;
• Participate and carry out clients’ job analysis as and when required;
• Develop clients’ Performance Management Framework;
• Prepare, submit and make follow up on Human Resource consultancy proposals and tenders;
• Attend to internal and external correspondence/queries in a timely manner;
• Participate in all other Human Resources Solutions Services as and when called upon;
• Maintain Human Resources Solutions records and metrics in a chronological manner;
• Carry out HR Audits to ensure compliance;
• Get involved in salary surveys through data collection, analysis and reporting;
• Complete time sheets on time in line with the policy;
• Raising accurate and timely fee notes;
• Any other responsibilities that may be assigned to the job holder by the supervisor from time to time.

Key Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor degree in Business/HR related field;
• Pursuing CHRP part 2/ Higher Diploma in HRM)
• Have a minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience;
• Ability to work with a team;
• Must be able to meet the demands of an ever-changing business environment;
• Must be a critical thinker capable of identifying and evaluating different ideas or ways of solving problems creatively;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Time management and organizational skills;
• Creative problem-solving and strong analytical skills;