The Role

Audit Senior / Accounting Senior – Co. Kildare

Location: Co. Kildare
Employment Type: Permanent
Working Model: Hybrid
Salary: Competitive

Our client is seeking an experienced Audit Senior / Accounting Senior to join their growing Kildare-based practice.

This is a varied role offering the opportunity to manage a diverse portfolio of clients across a range of industries. Reporting to Director/Partner level, the successful candidate will work as part of an established and collaborative team while also managing and mentoring junior and trainee staff.

The position would suit a qualified accountant with strong practice experience who enjoys managing client relationships, leading audit assignments and taking ownership of a varied portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage audit assignments across a variety of industries, ensuring engagements are appropriately planned and key risks and challenges are identified.
• Take ownership of a varied portfolio of clients and ensure a high standard of service delivery.
• Draft and review financial statements and audit reports, providing practical recommendations in relation to risks and control weaknesses.
• Manage multiple audit assignments simultaneously, ensuring deadlines, budgets and quality standards are achieved.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, providing a professional and value-added service.
• Keep Partners and Managers updated on key issues, risks and progress throughout assignments.
• Deliver audit assignments in accordance with FRS 102, Irish GAAP and relevant regulatory requirements.
• Manage resources effectively across assignments to ensure efficient delivery.
• Provide guidance, training and mentorship to junior and trainee team members.
• Support the ongoing development and performance of the wider team.

The Person

• Fully qualified ACA, ACCA or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years' practical experience within a similar accountancy practice environment.
• Strong knowledge of Irish GAAP, FRS 102 and Companies Act 2014.
• Strong audit and financial reporting experience.
• Experience managing a varied portfolio of clients across different sectors.
• Proven ability to manage multiple assignments and competing deadlines.
• Strong understanding of audit-related risks and internal controls.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong client relationship and stakeholder management skills.
• Previous experience mentoring or supervising junior team members would be advantageous.

The Package

A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package is available, including:

• Hybrid working.
• Company pension scheme.
• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Additional annual leave at certain levels of seniority.
• Option to purchase up to 5 additional days' annual leave, up to a maximum of 30 days per annum.
• Christmas business closure, subject to business requirements.
• Life assurance of up to 4x annual salary.
• Enhanced family leave policies.
• Enhanced company sick pay.
• Employee Assistance Programme with confidential 24/7 support.
• Corporate discounts platform.
• Access to a flexible benefits platform, with options including Critical Illness Cover, cash plan, Cycle to Work, eye care and dental benefits, subject to eligibility and seniori