Audit Director

Grant Thornton New Zealand is on an exciting growth trajectory and is looking for an experienced and highly proactive audit Director to contribute to the growth in our Wellington office.

Grant Thornton delivers all the services you would expect from a global accounting and advisory firm, but this is where the similarities end. Here in NZ and across its global network, Grant Thornton is famous for being down to earth and personable. Clients enjoy a more personalised service, delivered by people who have a passion for their work and a genuine desire to make a real difference. This passion creates a unique environment within the professional services industry, one where both clients and their people feel genuinely supported, can be themselves, and can thrive and grow. The only things treated like a number at Grant Thornton New Zealand are … the numbers.

As an audit Director at Grant Thornton, you will join a growing practice and inherit a portfolio of high‑calibre clients that tell a unique NZ business story, as well as an international one. You will ensure the highest quality audit services are delivered to them while playing an active role in contributing to the firm’s growth.

As a senior member of the firm, you will also be a role model and a people leader, managing a thriving audit team and embodying the firm’s culture and behaviours of : ‘be brave’, ‘trusted to deliver’, ‘we not me’, ‘go beyond’, and ‘have fun and keep it real’. Culture is what sets Grant Thornton apart, and you will quickly become an integral part of the fabric of the firm and its success story.

Naturally, you will also be expected to maintain your technical currency to ensure the highest quality audit advice is delivered to your clients at all times.

Key responsibilities

• Maintaining and managing a portfolio of existing clients, delivering exceptional high quality audit services and ensuring high levels of client satisfaction
• Taking ownership for the creation and delivery of growth across your portfolio as well as supporting the firm in its wider business development activities
• Ensuring the ongoing development of professional knowledge within the firm by keeping up to date with best practice and sharing expertise, including advising on technical issues, actively involved in technical training, and day to day coaching of team members
• Leading and providing direction to the team, to ensure the effective delivery of strategic initiatives whilst identifying areas for development in team members and working to implement appropriate solutions
• Participating in setting annual budgets and establishing work plans for your team and divisional productivity, working in conjunction with the audit service line Leader to monitor performance against targets, and reporting on progress on a monthly basis
• Managing business risk through delivery of high quality work and compliance with all professional and ethical standards.

About You

You are CA qualified or similar overseas qualification. You’re currently a Director in another organisation, or perhaps you are an experienced Senior Manager; either way you are an experienced, highly motivated audit professional with a track record for uncompromising quality and a knack for business development. You enjoy working with clients and managing and developing teams. You seek a firm that matches your values and aspirations - a place where people come first and satisfaction comes from a job well done.

• A minimum of 8 years of experience in audit, with significant experience in a managerial or leadership role.
• Strong technical knowledge of New Zealand accounting and auditing standards.
• Proven track record of managing audit engagements and teams.
• Excellent relationship‑building and communication skills.
• Ability to think strategically and drive business growth.
• Professional certification (e.g., CA, CPA) is essential with ability to apply for a Certificate of Public Practice and Qualified Auditor as recommended.

Our Benefits

• 5 weeks’ annual leave, carpark allowance
• A high trust environment with flexible work options
• The ability to take your Friday afternoon back to recharge if you’ve achieved all your outcomes for the week
• A highly supportive team environment where you are encouraged to pave your own career path
• $1,040 per year for fitness & gym memberships
• The ability to purchase up to 2 weeks extra leave per year
• A very active and fully funded social club including team sports
• A financially rewarding referral programme
• A day to volunteer
• Professional memberships and continued education support
• Additional parental leave, salary top‑up and a back to work coaching programme
• Cultural swap days

To Apply

If this sounds like you, then Grant Thornton is waiting for your application. Please apply online or to find out more about this opportunity, please contact Sonya Lunny on .

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