Audit Manager | SME Firm | South Dublin

Audit and Accounts Manager | Dublin South / CityThe Opportunity

Our client is a well-established and growing SME firm of Chartered Accountants based in Dublin South/City. The firm advises a broad and diverse client base across sectors, including property and construction, financial services, technology, marketing and communications, and not-for-profit organisations.

Due to continued growth, the firm is now seeking to appoint an experienced Audit and Accounts Manager. This is a key role within the practice and will suit a commercially minded professional who enjoys client-facing work, team leadership, and playing an active role in the ongoing development of a progressive SME firm.

The position offers a clear pathway to Senior Manager, Director, and ultimately Partner level for the right individual.

What’s on Offer

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Clear and defined progression pathway to Director and Partner

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Strong client exposure across a varied SME and owner-managed portfolio

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Supportive and collaborative working environment

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Competitive salary and benefits package

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Good work-life balance relative to larger firms

Key Responsibilities

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Managing the day-to-day delivery of audit and accounts assignments

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Managing a portfolio of audit and accounts clients, providing high-quality accounting and advisory services

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Acting as a key point of contact for clients, maintaining and developing long-term relationships

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Planning, resourcing, and reviewing audit and accounts work to ensure deadlines and quality standards are met

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Mentoring, supervising, and developing junior and part-qualified staff

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Assisting Partners with workflow management, billing, and profitability across assignments

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Identifying opportunities to add value to client relationships and support business development initiatives

Candidate Profile

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ACA / ACCA / CPA qualified

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Typically 3–6 years’ post-qualification experience in practice

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Currently operating at Audit & Accounts Manager or experienced Assistant Manager level

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Strong audit background with solid exposure to SME and owner-managed clients

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Confident people manager with the ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams

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Commercially aware with strong client communication skills

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Ambitious and interested in long-term progression within a growing practice

Next Steps

If this sounds like something that may be of interest, please apply in confidence for an initial discussion around the role and the firm’s longer-term plans.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
Patrick O’Rourke is a Professional Services Recruitment Specialist, experienced in placing candidates from entry to Partner level. For a confidential discussion around opportunities in the market, please contact me directly – T – 087 190 2963.