Audit Manager (French) - International Institutions and Donor Assurance (LONDON)

Ideas | People | Trust

Were BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate todays changing world.

Our clients are Britains economic engine ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and highgrowth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them.

Well broaden your horizons

Our Advisory team provide a wide variety of services that deliver value-led advice and outcomes. They have an in-depth knowledge of business, industry sectors and markets and understand the constantly changing risks and opportunities at the heart of our clients affairs. The team work across strategy, operations and improvement as well as at a transactional and defined project level. From technology to risk advisory, theyre experts in following through on top-level instructions and resolving the finer details all in one straight-forward package. When you join them, youll work on some of the world's most exciting financial operations and business deals, building your experience and expertise alongside the brightest minds in the i ndustry.

Well help you succeed

Our clients trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with clients and building long-lasting relationships.

Youll be someone who can work pro-actively, managing your own tasks, but youll also be confident collaborating with others, communicating regularly with senior managers, Directors, and BDOs Partners to enable us to serve our clients effectively. Youll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to our clients.

Overview

Join BDO's International Institutions and Donor Assurance (IIDA) team as an Audit Manager and make a global impact. You'll work with prestigious organisations like UN agencies and the European Commission, providing assurance services such as audits, certifications, and consultancy. Lead engagement meetings in English and French, both virtually and in person, and prepare audit plans based on a thorough understanding of terms and grant conditions.

Coordinate and lead audit teams, write and review reports, and represent IIDA and BDO before international stakeholders. This role offers unique travel opportunities, allowing you to gain insights into the development sector and the international donor community. Contribute to the success of our clients and beneficiaries while working in a multicultural team in vibrant London. If you're ready for a challenging and rewarding career that offers experiences few can match, join us and make a difference on a global scale.

You'll be someone with:

• A professional accountancy qualification (ACA / ACCA / CIMA / DEC or equivalent) is preferred
• Bilingual French with excellent verbal and written English a minimum requirement
• Audit experience
• A genuine interest in international development and this sector
• An ability to communicate in a professional, constructive way
• Proven track record in audit and assurance work
• international travel for assignments (travel can include, but not be limited to, Europe, Africa, Asia and the Middle East)

Youll be able to be yourself; well recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. Were committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in hand.

At BDO, well help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development.

Were in it together

Mutual support and respect is one of BDOs core values and were proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, well support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs.

We can provide the best support for our clients and people when were working side by side. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, youll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work.

We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for our clients and satisfying experiences at work, so weve invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDOs people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and well encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, youll never stop learning at BDO.

Were looking forward to the future

At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy.

Our success is powered by our people, which is why were always finding new ways to invest in them. Across 17 UK locations, we are 6,500 unique minds coming together to help our clients reach their ambitions.

Weve got a clear purpose, and were confident in our future, because were adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

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