Audit Senior

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.

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