Public Sector Audit Manager

Sumer Group Holdings Limited; Belfast; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Public Sector Audit Manager to oversee a diverse portfolio of clients in Northern Ireland. This role offers the chance to lead audit delivery, manage client relationships, and mentor junior staff in a supportive environment. The firm values continuous development and provides opportunities for personal growth through training programs and a mentoring system. Join a team that prioritizes excellence and integrity, and contribute to the firm's business development initiatives while advancing your career in a rewarding setting.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Access to employee benefits hub

Learning and development environment

Internal mentor and buddy system

Personal development programs

Qualifications

• Qualified ACA, ACCA, or CIPFA with public sector audit experience.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills to mentor junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse portfolio of public sector clients in Ireland and the UK.
• Lead on audit delivery ensuring compliance with standards and regulations.

Skills

ACA qualified

ACCA qualified

CIPFA qualified

Public sector audit experience

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Leadership skills

Commercial awareness

Proactive mindset

Job description

Public Sector 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 across our public sector clients in Ireland and the UK
• Lead on end-to-end audit delivery tasks for a portfolio of clients ensuring compliance with relevant audit standards and regulations and reporting to Partner
• Training and mentoring team members, developing their technical and professional skills
• Building and maintaining trusted client relationships
• Overseeing the financial management of your portfolio
• Contributing to the firm’s business development initiatives
• There will be an opportunity to broaden your portfolio into the NFP and Corporate audit sectors subject to agreement and performance

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• ACA, ACCA or CIPFA qualified
• Experience and proficiency in public sector audit
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to develop exceptional client relationships
• 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