We act for a Big 4 client seeking to appoint an Audit ( Non FS) Associate Director for its busy Dublin practice. Our client's audit practice is one of the leading audit practices in Ireland and comprises of 32 partners and a team of over 850 staff. Our client operates across all industry sectors, including Financial Services, Manufacturing, Retail, Energy, Aviation, IT and Pharmaceutical and is the No. 1 provider of audit services in Ireland in a number of these sectors
We are keen to hear from candidates who possess the following:
Qualified accountant (Chartered Accountant or equivalent)
Excellent knowledge of accounting and auditing, preferably obtained in a “Big 4/Top 10” environment
At least seven years in a professional audit environment, including at least two year in a management level
Excellent project management skills
Key responsibilities include:
Supervisory responsibility for a portfolio of audit clients
Overseeing the detailed audit work of managers and seniors on audits
Liaising closely with clients in relation to planning and closing meetings, and discussing business developments generally
Reviewing audit work papers
Researching and resolving technical queries from clients
Reviewing and finalising financial statements
Liaising with partners, as well as other professionals including Tax, Actuarial, etc.
Monitoring the development of managers and playing a key role in their development.
Participating in the delivery of training courses to staff.
Playing a key role in the development of new business, through participation in industry and potential client focus groups.
Participating in cross-firm ad hoc committees as and when the need arises
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Reward
Our client offers excellent remuneration packages at all levels. At this level the package includes a competitive base salary, performance based bonus and benefits along with a flexible benefits package.