Audit Associate Manager — Lead Audits & Develop Talent (Belfast)

Sumer Group Holdings Limited; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Benefits hub

Agile working policy

Mentoring and coaching

Diversity and inclusion culture

Social events and team building

Job summary

Sumer Northern Ireland, part of the Sumer Group, is seeking an ambitious Audit Associate Manager to join its Belfast audit team. This role suits a newly qualified or experienced auditor ready to advance, delivering high-quality audits and guiding junior staff under regional supervision.

You will lead audits from planning to completion, manage client relationships, contribute to risk assessment, and support business development while developing technical and leadership skills in a collaborative,

Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA qualified or newly qualified.
• Proven experience in corporate audit.
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to build long-lasting client relationships.
• Confident communicator with ability to build effective client relationships.
• Strong organisational skills with ability to manage competing priorities.
• Interest in developing leadership and people-management skills.
• Commercial awareness and proactive, solutions-focused mindset.
• Collaborative approach with genuine desire to progress.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the management of a portfolio of audit clients.
• Leading audits in the field from planning through to completion under Manager/Partner supervision.
• Identifying audit risks and contributing to effective audit strategies.
• Ensuring audit work is completed in line with professional standards and firm methodology.
• Reviewing the work of junior team members and providing constructive feedback.
• Coaching and supporting trainees and seniors in their development.
• Building strong relationships with clients and acting as a day-to-day contact.
• Assisting with the financial management of audit engagements.
• Supporting business development and firm-wide initiatives.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Leadership potential

Client relationship management

Collaborative approach

Education

ACA/ACCA (or equivalent)

Job description

Sumer Northern Ireland, part of the Sumer Group, is seeking an ambitious Audit Associate Manager to join its Belfast audit team. This role suits a newly qualified or experienced auditor ready to advance, delivering high-quality audits and guiding junior staff under regional supervision.

You will lead audits from planning to completion, manage client relationships, contribute to risk assessment, and support business development while developing technical and leadership skills in a collaborative,