Audit & Accounts Manager

Our Client is a well established Accountancy Practice based in South Dublin and they are seeking a Qualified Audit & Accounts Manager to join the team.

This is a two Partner Firm, that undertakes Auditing, Accounting and Taxation Services.

Your Responsibilities will include:

Auditing:

• Plan, manage, and review statutory audits for SME clients under ISAs (Ireland).
• Prepare and review audit planning and completion documentation.
• Ensure audit files meet regulatory, ethical, and internal quality standards.
• Act as the main audit contact for assigned clients.
• Support partners with audit quality control and inspection readiness.

Accounts & Financial Reporting

• Review and, where required, prepare statutory financial statements under FRS 102 / FRS 102 1A.
• Oversee year‑end accounts and trial balance finalisation.
• Resolve audit and accounts crossover issues efficiently.
• Ensure consistency across bookkeeping records, accounts, and audit outputs.

Taxation

• Working knowledge of the Irish Taxation System, specifically CT, Income Tax, VAT, VIES and the PAYE.

Practice & Team Support

• Collaborate with whole team.
• Assist partners and Senior staff with workflow management and deadline control.
• Coach junior staff and provide on‑the‑job technical guidance.
• Contribute to improving templates, checklists, and internal procedures.
• Involvement with the appraisal, selection and implementation of new AI driven software applications.

Client Interaction

• Maintain strong working relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Communicate audit and year end findings and practical recommendations clearly and assisting with follow up.
• Support partners in client meetings and advisory discussions.

Essential Requirements

• ACA / ACCA / CPA qualified.
• Minimum 4–6 years’ post‑qualification experience in practice.
• Strong SME audit and accounting background in Irish practice.
• Proven experience with FRS 102 and Companies Act 2014.
• Comfortable working in a small firm, hands‑on team environment.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Proactive approach to planning, improvement and Continuing Professional Development.