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Chris Raab

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Partner at Grant Thornton UK
📍 London, England, United Kingdom

Chris is a Partner and Head of the US Desk at Grant Thornton UK, where he leverages his dual US CPA and UK Chartered Accountant qualifications. He specializes in international audits under US GAAP, IFRS, and UK GAAP, drawing on his experience from both the firms Phoenix and London offices to support transatlantic business.

He is passionate about developing the next generation of professionals, actively promoting student work experience programs and mentorship. Chris takes an interest in the intersection of government policy and business reality, sharing insights and analysis on fiscal events like the UK budget.

Chris hosts a business podcast, Alternatively Speaking, exploring the trade-offs that shape modern business.

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Experience
21 Years
Current Role
Partner
Job Level
Junior
Location
London, England, United Kingdom
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US-UK Business
As Head of the US Desk, his career is focused on bridging the audit and advisory gap between the US and UK for multinational companies.
International Auditing
He is a specialist in navigating complex audits under US GAAP, IFRS, and UK GAAP for a diverse portfolio of international clients.
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Career

Work history

7-2021
Partner
Grant Thornton UK
10-2017 - 7-2021
Director
Grant Thornton UK
1-2013 - 7-2021
Senior Audit Manager
Grant Thornton UK
8-2006 - 1-2013
Audit Manager
Grant Thornton, LLP
7-2005 - 6-2006
Accounting Consultant
Calvin Charles Gallery
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Chris Raab - Grant Thornton UK. Featured in Grant Thornton UK
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Education
2001 - 2006
MAIS
Arizona State University
2001 - 2006
Bachelor of Science
Arizona State University
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