About this role
Role Responsibilities:
• Take responsibility for a portfolio of Global Statutory audit clients which includes Irish/UK and international audits;
• Liaising closely with clients in relation to planning and closing meetings, and discussing business developments generally
• Reviewing audit work papers
• Provide guidance/expertise and participate in the performance of audit procedures, especially focusing on complex and/or specialized issues.
• Assist the team including motivating them, allocating on the job tasks for audits and completing staff and job allocation, job planning, training needs, staff issues, identification of resources required etc.;
• For the more technically demanding audits, there may be the need to on-site manage and assist in the performance of complex sections such as Share Based Compensation, Revenue Recognition and other critical areas as defined in the audit process.
• Supervise and train more junior members of the dedicated staff to ensure that firm standards are maintained throughout the entire audit process;
• Playing a key role in the development of new business, through participation in industry and potential client focus groups.
Individual’s experience, skills and attributes
• ACA/ACCA qualified with 3 years post-qualification experience in audit;
• Experience from a top-ten firm
• Audit experience of large Irish companies or multinational entities;
• Extensive knowledge of IFRS and Irish GAAP;
• Some knowledge or awareness of US GAAP would be a benefit;
• The ability to motivate and manage staff under tight deadlines;
• Excellent written and verbal communication;
• Previous experience with documenting testing, results and finding in an electronic auditing package;
• Experience of working as part of a team supporting others; and
• Be commercially aware.