Senior Audit Manager - Belfast | Client-Focused Leader

Grant Thornton (NI) LLP; Belfast City District; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Grant Thornton Ireland seeks an experienced Audit Manager to join the Belfast team. You will lead audits, manage multiple engagements, and build strong client relationships while developing junior staff.

The role demands proactive, commercially aware professionals capable of delivering high-quality audits across diverse sectors. Strong technical knowledge and a client-focused mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent professional qualification).
• Minimum of 5 years' audit experience, ideally in a professional services environment.
• Proven experience managing a portfolio of clients and leading audit engagements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage audit engagements from planning through to completion, within budgets and timelines.
• Plan, coordinate, and review audit assignments across diverse clients and sectors.
• Oversee audit strategies, risk assessments, and audit programmes tailored to client needs.
• Review financial statements and audit files for compliance with standards.
• Serve as primary client contact during the audit process, providing practical advice.
• Coach and develop audit team members and manage progress.

Skills

Audit management

Client relations

Leadership

Engagement planning

Education

ACA/ACCA

Job description

Grant Thornton Ireland seeks an experienced Audit Manager to join the Belfast team. You will lead audits, manage multiple engagements, and build strong client relationships while developing junior staff.

The role demands proactive, commercially aware professionals capable of delivering high-quality audits across diverse sectors. Strong technical knowledge and a client-focused mindset are essential.