Senior Audit Manager, Assurance, Belfast and Derry/Londonderry

TN United Kingdom; Belfast; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Audit Manager to lead audit teams and manage client relationships in Belfast. This role offers the opportunity to work with multinational clients, ensuring compliance with IFRS and UK GAAP while fostering professional development within a collaborative environment. The company values continuous learning and offers a competitive remuneration package with flexible working options. Join a diverse and inclusive culture that empowers your voice and supports your career growth.

Benefits

Flexible working

Career development support

Health insurance

Holidays

Savings and discounts

Qualifications

• Proven track record of outstanding performance in audit management.
• Minimum 3 years relevant post-qualification experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage client relationships and expectations, developing client portfolios.
• Effectively manage audit teams, coaching and developing team members.

Skills

Client Relationship Management

Audit Team Management

IFRS & UK GAAP

Communication Skills

Project Management

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CPA)

Job description

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Senior Audit Manager, Assurance, Belfast and Derry/Londonderry, Belfast

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Client:

EY

Location:

Belfast, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

02.05.2025

Expiry Date:

16.06.2025

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The opportunity

In Assurance, our aim is to provide accounting solutions and peace of mind to our clients. Through our skills and experience, we give companies, investors, and regulators confidence in financial statements, business-critical information, or processes. Assurance is our largest service line, and you will work in high-performing teams serving our clients both locally and globally, working both in the office and off-site at client premises.

Our audit team collaborates with many of the world’s leading and fastest-growing companies, providing ongoing personal and professional development.

We deliver consistent audits by assembling the right multidisciplinary team to address complex issues, using a proven global methodology and deploying the latest high-quality auditing tools and perspectives. We tailor our services to your potential, leveraging deep sector knowledge, subject matter expertise, and latest global insights.

Your key responsibilities

Typical activities include:

• Manage client relationships and expectations, developing client portfolios.
• Gather feedback on the quality of work delivered and suggest improvements.
• Effectively manage audit teams, coaching and developing team members.
• Participate in staff recruitment.
• Plan and manage your own performance and development.
• Develop technical expertise in functional and industry areas.
• Plan and manage assignments to ensure technical compliance, including final reviews and raising issues with partners.
• Review and approve financial statements and reports for clients.
• Ensure management letters are constructive and demonstrate the firm's interest in the client’s business.
• Consult with experts on complex issues.

Handle various assignments concurrently, including:

• Pre-Audit / Other Projects: Preparation of proposals, budgets, negotiations.
• Audit Field Work: Monitor progress, allocate work, review work papers, report to partners.
• Post-Audit: Fee recovery, variance analysis, billing, closing meetings, final accounts, and reports.

To qualify for the role you must have

• Proven track record of outstanding performance.
• Experience with large/multinational clients.
• Commitment to continuous personal and professional development.
• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CPA).
• Minimum 3 years relevant post-qualification experience, including at least one as an audit manager or equivalent.
• Willingness to work on challenging projects.
• Experience with IFRS & UK GAAP.
• Project and team management skills.
• High technical knowledge.
• Excellent communication skills.

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Experience in a similar environment.

What we look for

EY seeks innovative, team-oriented individuals with excellent client focus.

What we offer

We provide a competitive remuneration package, including support for flexible working, career development, and benefits through FlexEY, covering holidays, health, insurance, savings, and discounts.

• Continuous learning: Develop skills to navigate the future.
• Success as defined by you: Tools and flexibility to make a meaningful impact.
• Transformative leadership: Insights, coaching, and confidence to lead.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: Embrace your identity and empower your voice.