Associate – External Audit | Grant Thornton UAE

This is an entry-level external audit position designed for UAE Nationals as part of Grant Thornton’s Emirati Development Programme.

The successful candidate will support financial audits for a range of clients, reviewing financial statements, testing internal controls, analysing financial data and preparing audit documentation. The role involves working directly with clients and visiting their offices.

Key requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance.

• Ideally pursuing ACCA, CPA or ACA qualifications.

• Strong English communication skills; Arabic is advantageous.

• Good Microsoft Office skills and attention to detail.

• Willingness to travel to client sites.

Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, professional development and wellbeing support.

Ideal candidate: A UAE National graduate with a finance or accounting background looking to develop a long-term career in external audit.