Audit Assistant Director

GPC Finance; Dublin; On-site; EUR 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension contribution

Flexible working hours

Generous annual leave

Annual bonus

EAP Programme

Education cost support

Frequent company social events

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Dublin is seeking an experienced audit leader to manage a high-quality portfolio of asset management audit engagements. This senior role requires proficiency in IFRS and a strong background in asset management audits. The ideal candidate will have at least 7 years of experience and the ability to mentor teams. The position offers a competitive salary of €85,000 – €100,000, hybrid working arrangements, and various benefits including pension contributions and an annual bonus.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified ACA / ACCA (or equivalent).
• Minimum 7 years’ experience in asset management or financial services audit.
• Strong technical knowledge of IFRS, Irish GAAP, and funds-related reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead a complex portfolio of asset management audit engagements.
• Provide technical leadership on IFRS, Irish GAAP, and regulatory matters.
• Mentor and develop managers and audit teams.
• Support business development initiatives.

Skills

Technical knowledge of IFRS

Client relationship management

Leadership capability

Communication skills

Education

ACA / ACCA (or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

My client based in Dublin 2 is seeking an experienced audit leader to join their growing Financial Services practice. This senior role will oversee a high‑quality portfolio of asset management clients while contributing to leadership, technical excellence and overall practice growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead a complex portfolio of asset management audit engagements, ensuring high‑quality delivery and strong client relationships.


• Provide technical leadership on IFRS, Irish GAAP and asset‑management‑specific regulatory matters, including review of key audit judgements.


• Mentor and develop managers and audit teams, supporting performance, capability building and a collaborative culture.


• Support business development initiatives, including proposals, cross‑selling opportunities and growth of the Asset Management offering.

Requirements

• Fully qualified ACA / ACCA (or equivalent).


• Minimum 7 years’ experience in Asset Management or Financial Services audit within a professional services environment.


• Strong technical knowledge of IFRS, Irish GAAP, and funds‑related reporting requirements.


• Proven ability to manage complex client portfolios and lead multi‑level audit teams.


• Strong commercial awareness, excellent communication skills and the ability to build trusted client relationships.


• Demonstrated leadership capability with experience coaching and developing teams.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary: €85,000 – €100,000 DOE


• Pension contribution between 5% and 10%


• Hybrid working structure


• Flexible working hours


• Generous annual leave allocation


• Annual bonus


• EAP Programme to support employee wellbeing


• Frequent company social events


• Support for education costs through reimbursement programmes

How to apply

For more information on the role, contact Katie at 086 827 9647 or email your CV directly to [e-mail] for review.