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Supports the CEO’s strategy and daily office operations through analytical problem-solving, tactical project management, executive presentations, status reporting, information flow management, and process improvements. The role coordinates competing priorities across stakeholders, synthesizes complex qualitative and quantitative information, and enables senior leaders to make timely decisions. It reports to the Chief of Staff and requires discretion, strong communication, advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills, and experience in professional services, consulting, operations, or transformation.
Grant Thornton is seeking an Office of the CEO Manager to join the team. Approved office locations can be found below.
The Manager within the Office of the CEO is focused on supporting the execution of the CEO’s strategy through the delivery of high-quality tools and processes, analytical problem-solving, and creation of artifacts synthesizing key insights to help drive outcomes to support a culture of high performance.
The Manager will focus on supporting effective day-to-day operations to ensure the Office of the CEO runs smoothly, executing upon proactive improvements where necessary. This individual will be operationally focused, an agile utility player who can flex as needed, manage competing priorities with ease, and successfully navigate across multiple functions and stakeholder groups to achieve high quality results with speed.
The Manager possesses strong analytical skills with the ability to understand and interpret complex information – both qualitative and quantitative with the big picture in mind. This role will combine critical thinking skills with the ability to analyze and present comprehensive information in a simplified way allowing for easy and fast decision making by leaders.
This role will report to the Chief of Staff within the Office of the CEO and is poised for a unique hands-on opportunity to receive professional development, coaching, and on the job learning.
Core Attributes
- Leads tactical project management of various workstreams of varying levels of complexity and time criticality for the firm and senior leaders
- Drives action items and outcomes including status reporting
- Develops materials for senior leadership and the General Partner by preparing polished, executive level presentations, identifying key takeaways
- Supports information flow management
- Actively looks for ways to improve process efficiencies and effectiveness
- Enables new levels of agility, speed, and scale, to exceed outcome targets
- Demonstrates the ability to understand the operating styles of others and team dynamics and adjusts behavior accordingly to succeed
Qualifications
- Undergraduate degree, or equivalent practical experience in a business field
- Seasoned professional who can represent the weight Office of the CEO with quality, discretion, and speed
- 10 years of experience in management consulting / professional services, operations, transformation, or equivalent experience
- Knowledge of MS Excel including advanced tools and formulas, complex tables and charts
- Knowledge of MS PowerPoint and similar presentation tools
- Distinctive problem-solving and analytical skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with team members and audiences of all levels of management and interpersonal skills
- Exceptional attention to detail and ability to understand and articulate the “big picture"
- Proven experience working in a matrix environment, partnering with multiple stakeholders and functions
The base salary range for this position is between $140,000 and $175,000. Placement within the pay range is at Grant Thornton’s discretion, and it is based on multiple factors, including but not limited to, job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, progression within the role, geographic location, and internal equity. At Grant Thornton, compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.
About UsAt Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result – for our clients and you. Here, we go beyond your expectations of a career in professional services by offering a career path with more: more opportunity, more flexibility, and more support. It’s what makes us different, and we think being different makes us better.In the U.S., Grant Thornton delivers professional services through two specialized entities: Grant Thornton LLP, a licensed, certified public accounting (CPA) firm that provides audit and assurance services ― and Grant Thornton Advisors LLC (not a licensed CPA firm), which exclusively provides non-attest offerings, including tax and advisory services.
In 2025, Grant Thornton formed a multinational, multidisciplinary platform with Grant Thornton Ireland. The platform offers a premier Trans-Atlantic advisory and tax practice, as well as independent American and Irish audit practices. With $2.7 billion in revenues and more than 50 offices spanning the U.S., Ireland and other territories, the platform delivers a singular client experience that includes enhanced solutions and capabilities, backed by powerful technologies and a roster of 12,000 quality-driven professionals enjoying exceptional career-growth opportunities and a distinctive cross-border culture.
Grant Thornton is part of the Grant Thornton International Limited network, which provides access to its member firms in more than 150 global markets. About the TeamThe team you’re about to join is ready to help you thrive. Here’s how:
• Whether it's your work location, weekly schedule, or flex time off, we empower you with the options to work the way that it best serves your clients and your life. Consistent with the firm's hybrid work model, this position will require in-person attendance at least three days per week, either at a GT office or client site.
• Here, you are supported to prioritize your overall well-being through work-life integration options that work best for you and those in your household.
• We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different — and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. See how at www.gt.com/careers
• When it comes to inclusion, we are committed to doing more than checking boxes. Explore all the ways we’re taking action for diversity, equity & inclusion at www.gt.com/careers
Here’s what you can expect next:
If you apply and are selected to interview, a Grant Thornton team member will reach out to you to schedule a time to connect. We encourage you to also check out other roles that may be a good fit for you or get to know us a little bit better at www.gt.com/careers.
Benefits:
We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different, and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. For an overview of our benefit offerings, please visit: https://www.grantthornton.com/careers/rewards-and-benefits
- Benefits for internship positions: Grant Thornton interns are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Interns also receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave and are paid for firm holidays that fall within their internship period.
- Benefits for seasonal employee positions: Grant Thornton seasonal employees are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Seasonal employees may also be eligible to participate in the firm’s 401(k) savings plan and employee retirement plan in accordance with applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements. Seasonal employees receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave.
Grant Thornton employees may be eligible for a discretionary, annual bonus based on individual and firm performance, subject to the terms, conditions and eligibility criteria of the applicable bonus plan or program. Interns and seasonal employees are not eligible for bonus compensation.
Additional Details:
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