Audit Manager

Our client, a respected and long-established accountancy practice located in Athlone, is looking to appoint an experienced Audit Manager to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant who is looking to take the next step in their career within a collaborative and forward-thinking firm. The successful Audit Manager will work with a diverse portfolio of SME and corporate clients across a variety of industries, gaining exposure to challenging audit engagements while benefiting from excellent career progression opportunities. This Audit Manager role offers the chance to develop your leadership skills in a supportive and professional environment.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and deliver audit assignments for a broad portfolio of SME and corporate clients.
• Plan, coordinate, and complete audit engagements in line with relevant professional and regulatory standards.
• Lead, mentor, and support junior team members, ensuring high-quality work is delivered throughout each audit.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships by providing professional guidance and responding to queries in a timely manner.
• Work closely with senior leadership to ensure the successful delivery of audit projects and identify opportunities for service improvement.
• As an Audit Manager, contribute to the ongoing development of the firm’s audit function and best practices.

Requirements

• ACA or ACCA qualified Chartered Accountant.
• At least 3 years’ post-qualification experience gained within an accountancy practice.
• Proven ability to manage multiple audit assignments while meeting deadlines.
• Strong leadership and people management skills with experience mentoring junior staff.
• Excellent technical knowledge of auditing standards and financial reporting principles.
• Outstanding organisational, communication, and client relationship management skills.
• Experience using CaseWare or similar audit software would be an advantage.
• Previous experience working as an Audit Manager or in a senior audit leadership role is highly desirable.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Hybrid and flexible working options.
• Performance-based bonus.
• 5% employer pension contribution.
• Generous annual bonus scheme.
• 23 days annual leave, increasing with length of service.
• Company phone.
• Employee wellbeing programme.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• On-site parking.
• Clear and transparent career progression pathways.
• Regular company events and team initiatives.

If you are an Audit Manager considering your next career move, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please submit your CV or contact Eoin Gavin (Eoin@gpcfinance.com)  for a confidential discussion.

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