Audit Director: Flexible Hours, Path to Partner & Equity

Strata Financial; Ireland; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Strata Financial is seeking an Audit Director to lead and grow our Audit & Assurance practice for SME and owner-managed businesses in Ireland. You will bridge Partners and audit teams, oversee planning and execution, and guide complex accounting matters with a strong emphasis on quality and compliance.

The role offers a clear pathway to Partner with potential equity participation for the right candidate, and a chance to shape our systems, client experience and culture in a founder-led,

Qualifications

• ACA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent qualification.
• Significant audit experience within practice, including leadership of audit engagements and teams.
• Strong technical knowledge of Irish GAAP, IFRS, and auditing standards.
• Proven ability to build and manage senior client relationships.
• Strong leadership, communication, and people development skills.
• Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to business development.

Responsibilities

• Lead a portfolio of audit and assurance clients across a range of SME and owner-managed businesses.
• Oversee audit planning, execution, and completion, ensuring quality, efficiency, and regulatory compliance.
• Provide technical guidance on complex accounting and audit matters.
• Deliver commercially focused insights that add value beyond compliance.
• Work with Partners and the Head of Compliance to maintain the highest audit and regulatory standards.
• Identify key business and financial reporting risks and help clients address them effectively.
• Drive continuous improvement in audit methodology, processes, and client service.
• Build trusted relationships with business owners and senior management teams.
• Identify opportunities to expand client relationships and introduce wider Strata services.
• Support business development initiatives, proposals, and networking activities.
• Lead, mentor, and develop audit managers, seniors, and trainees.
• Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture focused on quality and client service.
• Support recruitment, succession planning, and the development of future leaders.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationships

Communication

People development

Education

ACA/ACCA/CPA or equivalent

Job description

Strata Financial is seeking an Audit Director to lead and grow our Audit & Assurance practice for SME and owner-managed businesses in Ireland. You will bridge Partners and audit teams, oversee planning and execution, and guide complex accounting matters with a strong emphasis on quality and compliance.

The role offers a clear pathway to Partner with potential equity participation for the right candidate, and a chance to shape our systems, client experience and culture in a founder-led,