Financial Services Audit Manager — Path to Partner

Darwin Hawkins; Limerick; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Darwin Hawkins in Limerick is seeking an experienced Audit Manager for Financial Services to lead external audits, manage engagements from planning to completion, and work toward a partner pathway.

You will oversee a portfolio of financial services clients, including investment funds, UCITS, SPVs and digital asset entities, mentoring junior staff and ensuring high-quality deliverables.

Qualifications

• ACA, ACCA or equivalent accounting qualification.
• Strong external audit experience, ideally gained within a Big 4, Top 10 or established accounting practice.
• Experience at Audit Manager level or an experienced Assistant Manager ready to take the next step.
• Exposure to financial services clients, particularly investment funds, would be advantageous.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge, excellent communication skills and experience managing audit engagements and junior team members.
• Ambition to develop a long‑term career within a growing audit practice.
• Must have full Irish working rights. Not willing to sponsor.

Responsibilities

• Audit Management – Manage external audit engagements from planning through to completion, ensuring the delivery of high-quality audit services.
• Client Portfolio – Oversee audit assignments across a diverse portfolio of financial services clients, including investment funds, UCITS, SPVs and digital asset businesses.
• Financial Reporting – Review audit files, financial statements and supporting documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Client Relationships – Act as a key point of contact for clients, building strong relationships and providing guidance throughout the audit process.
• Team Leadership – Supervise, coach and develop junior audit team members, reviewing their work and supporting their professional development.
• Senior Management Exposure – Work closely with Senior Managers and Partners to ensure the efficient delivery of audit engagements.
• Technical Accounting – Identify and resolve complex accounting and audit issues, ensuring compliance with relevant professional standards.
• Audit Quality – Ensure all engagements are completed in accordance with internal procedures, regulatory requirements and professional standards.

Job description

Darwin Hawkins in Limerick is seeking an experienced Audit Manager for Financial Services to lead external audits, manage engagements from planning to completion, and work toward a partner pathway.

You will oversee a portfolio of financial services clients, including investment funds, UCITS, SPVs and digital asset entities, mentoring junior staff and ensuring high-quality deliverables.