Audit Senior

ACCA Careers; Dublin; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cronin in Dublin 6 is seeking an Audit Senior to lead engagements from planning to completion, supervising junior staff and liaising with clients to ensure high-quality work in line with auditing standards.

The role requires ACA/ACCA qualifications, strong technical accounting knowledge, excellent communication, and the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines. Applicants should have the right to live and work in Ireland.

Qualifications

• ACA / ACCA qualified or finalist (or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of auditing standards and financial reporting frameworks.
• Experience leading audit fieldwork and supervising junior team members.
• Good technical knowledge of accounting principles.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and client-facing abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead fieldwork on audit assignments across a portfolio of clients.
• Plan audit engagements, including risk assessment and audit strategy development.
• Review financial statements and supporting working papers prepared by junior staff.
• Supervise, coach, and develop trainees and audit assistants during fieldwork.
• Ensure audits are completed in line with ISA requirements and internal methodologies.
• Identify audit issues, discuss findings with managers, and propose resolutions.
• Prepare and review audit sections, including completion and clearance of review points.
• Communicate effectively with clients to obtain information and resolve queries.
• Assist in drafting audit completion documents and financial statement disclosures.
• Support managers in budgeting, planning, and monitoring engagement progress.
• Undertake ad hoc duties as required.

Skills

Audit leadership

Client liaison

Communication

Time management

Technical accounting

Team supervision

Education

ACA/ACCA finalist

Tools

CaseWare

Job description

Overview

This is a great opportunity for an Audit Senior seeking to grow and develop within an established audit firm, with exposure to a diverse client portfolio. The role is based in Dublin 6 and requires onsite attendance for a minimum of 6 months. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading audit engagements from planning through to completion, ensuring high-quality work is delivered in accordance with auditing standards and firm methodology, while supervising junior staff, liaising with clients, and supporting managers and partners in delivering efficient audits.

Cronin

Cronin – Audit Senior

Overview

This is a great opportunity for an Audit Senior seeking to grow and develop within an established audit firm, with exposure to a diverse client portfolio. The role is based in Dublin 6 and requires onsite attendance for a minimum of 6 months. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading audit engagements from planning through to completion, ensuring high-quality work is delivered in accordance with auditing standards and firm methodology, while supervising junior staff, liaising with clients, and supporting managers and partners in delivering efficient audits.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead fieldwork on audit assignments across a portfolio of clients
• Plan audit engagements, including risk assessment and audit strategy development
• Review financial statements and supporting working papers prepared by junior staff
• Supervise, coach, and develop trainees and audit assistants during fieldwork
• Ensure audits are completed in line with ISA requirements and internal methodologies
• Identify audit issues, discuss findings with managers, and propose resolutions
• Prepare and review audit sections, including completion and clearance of review points
• Communicate effectively with clients to obtain information and resolve queries
• Assist in drafting audit completion documents and financial statement disclosures
• Support managers in budgeting, planning, and monitoring engagement progress
• Undertake ad hoc duties as required

Requirements

• ACA / ACCA qualified or finalist (or equivalent)
• Strong understanding of auditing standards and financial reporting frameworks
• Experience leading audit fieldwork and supervising junior team members
• Good technical knowledge of accounting principles
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Excellent communication and client-facing abilities
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Desirable Skills

• Experience with CaseWare or similar audit software
• Exposure to a range of industries (e.g. SMEs, not-for-profit, corporate clients)
• Experience in reviewing financial statements and disclosures
• Strong Excel skills

Personal Attributes

• Detail-oriented and analytical
• Proactive and solution-focused
• Strong team leadership capability
• Flexible, adaptable, and able to use initiative
• Professional and client-focused approach
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Collaborative team player

Why Work With Us?

• Professional Development

We are committed to continuous learning. From exam support and structured training programmes to ongoing CPD and mentoring, we invest in your development at every stage.

• Broad Client Exposure

Our team works with clients of every size—from start-ups to large corporations—across sectors including technology, healthcare, hospitality, retail, and professional services.

• Supportive Environment

While we have grown into a team of over 70 professionals, we have retained our personal, human approach. You will find an open-door culture where collaboration and respect are central to how we work.

• Career Progression

We recognise ambition and reward achievement. As a growing firm, we offer real opportunities to advance your career, take on responsibility, and shape your future.

Applicants should have the right to live and work in Ireland.