Audit Associate Director: Lead High-Impact Engagements

Grant Thornton Ireland; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Grant Thornton Ireland invites applications for an Associate Director – Audit Belfast. You will lead a portfolio of audit engagements, work closely with partners, and ensure high-quality delivery across sectors.

The role emphasizes supporting client relationships and audit quality within a dynamic, collaborative team. The ideal candidate holds ACA/ACCA qualifications with 7+ years’ UK/Irish GAAP audit experience; IFRS knowledge is valuable.

Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA qualification required.
• Minimum 7+ years’ audit experience.
• Strong technical skills including UK GAAP and IFRS; Irish GAAP knowledge advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Project management of a large client portfolio.
• Promote and oversee quality audit work on client engagements.
• Manage client relationships and drive business development.

Skills

ACA/ACCA qualified

7+ years experience

Strong technical skills

Portfolio management

Team leadership

Commercial awareness

Big 4 experience advantageous

Education

ACA/ACCA qualification

Tools

IFRS knowledge

Job description

Grant Thornton Ireland invites applications for an Associate Director – Audit Belfast. You will lead a portfolio of audit engagements, work closely with partners, and ensure high-quality delivery across sectors.

The role emphasizes supporting client relationships and audit quality within a dynamic, collaborative team. The ideal candidate holds ACA/ACCA qualifications with 7+ years’ UK/Irish GAAP audit experience; IFRS knowledge is valuable.