Corporate Audit Manager

Sumer Group Holdings Limited; Belfast; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy and business advisory practice in Belfast is seeking a Corporate Audit Manager to oversee a diverse portfolio of audit clients. The role involves identifying audit risks, ensuring compliance with standards, and mentoring junior staff. We value individuals who possess ACA and/or ACCA qualifications and have strong interpersonal skills to build client relationships. This position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Learning and development opportunities

Internal mentor and buddy system

Personal development programs

Qualifications

• ACA and/or ACCA qualification required.
• Experience managing a portfolio delivering audit services.
• Ability to develop exceptional client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse portfolio of private sector audit clients.
• Identify audit risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with audit standards and regulations.
• Train and mentor team members.
• Build and maintain client relationships.
• Oversee financial management of the portfolio.
• Contribute to Business Development.

Skills

ACA and/or ACCA qualified

Experience in private sector audit

Strong interpersonal skills

Proficiency in identifying and mitigating audit risks

Solid organisational skills

Leadership and mentoring skills

Commercial awareness

Proactive and solutions-focused mindset

Job description

Corporate Audit Manager

Department: Audit

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Belfast

Description

As one of the leading accountancy and business advisory practices in Northern Ireland, Sumer NI takes pride in a culture of continuous development and training for all our team.

We are always looking for talented and motivated individuals who share our values of excellence, integrity, and innovation. Whether you are an experienced professional or a recent graduate, you will find a rewarding and supportive environment at Sumer NI, where you can grow your skills and advance your career.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a diverse portfolio of private sector audit clients
• Identifying audit risks and developing strategies to mitigate them
• Ensuring compliance with relevant audit standards and regulations
• Training and mentoring team members, developing their professional skills
• Building and maintaining trusted client relationships
• Overseeing the financial management of your portfolio
• Contributing to the firm’s Business Development initiatives

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• ACA and/or ACCA qualified
• Experience in private sector audit or managing a portfolio that delivers audit services
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to develop exceptional client relationships
• Proficiency in identifying and mitigating audit risks
• Solid organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently
• Leadership and mentoring skills, with experience in developing junior staff
• Commercial awareness, with the ability to contribute to business development
• A proactive and solutions-focused mindset

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including access to our employee benefits hub, with resources on health and financial well-being as well as lifestyle savings
• Working in an environment that fosters learning and development
• Internal mentor and buddy system to support you through your career journey
• Personal development programs to facilitate career growth, alongside practical, on-the-job training

Why Choose a Career with Us?

At Sumer NI, we take pride in providing hands‑on, proactive audit services that are professional, relevant, and meaningful. Our unique approach to client support ensures that you will be involved in a broad range of interesting work from the outset, helping clients achieve their objectives and supporting them with their strategies.