Associate Director

GPC Finance; Dublin; On-site; EUR 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

€100k – €115k salary

Flexible hours and a four-and-a-half-day working week

Paid professional memberships and training programmes

Commission incentives for new client introductions

Job summary

A leading finance firm in Dublin is seeking an ambitious Associate Director to lead the Audit & Accounts team. This key leadership role involves managing a diverse client portfolio while guiding a talented team, with a clear path to Directorship. The ideal candidate will have a passion for developing talent and driving business growth within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience across audit, accounts, and client portfolio management.
• Strong understanding of Irish and UK accounting and auditing standards.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and oversee complex audit engagements.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and manage the Audit & Accounts team.
• Serve as the primary contact for a diverse portfolio and build long-term relationships.
• Oversee audits and ensure compliance with accounting standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Commercial awareness

Digital tools proficiency

Education

Professionally qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent)

Job description

Our client is looking for an ambitious Associate Director to lead our Audit & Accounts team in Balbriggan. In this key leadership role as Associate Director, you’ll manage a diverse client portfolio while guiding a talented team and working closely with the Board of Directors. With a clear path to Directorship, this Associate Director position offers strategic involvement in the firm’s growth and long‑term career progression.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and manage the Audit & Accounts team, drive performance reviews, training, and uphold a culture of accountability and ethics.
• Serve as the primary contact for a diverse portfolio, build long-term relationships, deliver tailored solutions, and cross-sell services.
• Oversee audits, financial statements, and tax filings, ensuring compliance with UK GAAP, FRS 102, IFRS, and ISAs while maintaining advanced technical knowledge.
• Collaborate with Directors on strategic goals, lead business development initiatives, monitor commercial outcomes, and champion digital innovation for efficiency and client success.

Requirements

• Professionally qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent).
• Minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience across audit, accounts, and client portfolio management.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and oversee complex audit engagements.
• In-depth knowledge of Irish and UK accounting and auditing standards.
• Strong commercial awareness with a strategic and entrepreneurial mindset.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to build trusted relationships.
• Confident in using cloud-based platforms and digital tools to enhance efficiency.
• Highly organised, detail-focused, and adaptable in a dynamic environment.
• Inspirational leader with a passion for developing talent and driving business growth.

Benefits

• €100k – €115k salary aligned with experience.
• Flexible hours with a four‑and‑a‑half‑day working week.
• Access to global network, including travel opportunities.
• Paid professional memberships and funded CPD/training programmes.
• Generous holiday allowance plus extra company days at Christmas and Easter with an option to accrue up to 5 additional annual leave days each year, with further entitlement after 5 years’ service.
• Comprehensive travel insurance and a dedicated volunteering day annually.
• Free parking and modern onsite perks including a food truck and games room.
• Wellbeing programme and discounts on gyms, hotels, and more.
• Commission incentives for introducing new clients and team members.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.

This role offers an excellent platform for an Associate Director looking to advance their career within a supportive, modern, and growth‑focused environment.

If you are seeking a new opportunity within a Dublin‑based practice, please contact Katie McMahon on 086 827 9647 for further details. GPC Finance will not share any applicant’s CV with clients without prior consent after a comprehensive discussion. Rest assured that all conversations will be handled with the utmost confidentiality.