Audit Manager - Quality Assurance and Risk Management

Key Responsibilities:

Firm Quality Assurance:

• Design and enforce firm-wide quality control policies and procedures
• Ensure compliance with professional standards, regulatory requirements, and network policies.
• Monitor the implementation of the firm’s overall system of quality management and corrective actions.
• Conduct regular cold and hot file reviews of audit engagements to ensure compliance with the firm’s audit methodology, network policies and professional standards.

Risk Assessment and Management

• Identify and assess potential risks related to audit engagements.
• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies.
• Ensure audit practices comply with auditing standards (ISA (Ireland)), regulatory requirements, and network policies.
• Prepare and present risk assessment reports for the firm’s leadership.

Technical Guidance and Support

• Provide expert advice and technical support
• Develop and maintain audit methodologies and best practices.

Training and Development:

• Design, implement, and oversee comprehensive training programs.
• Deliver training sessions on technical audit topics.
• Identify areas for improvement and provide actionable recommendations.

Policy and Procedure Development

• Develop, update, and communicate audit policies, procedures, and guidelines.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Liaise with regulatory bodies, professional organizations, and other external stakeholders on technical and training matters.
• Represent the firm in technical forums.

Research and Development

• Stay abreast of the latest developments in auditing and accounting standards.

Client Engagement:

• Work closely with audit clients to understand their inherent and business risks and ensure the delivery of high-quality audit services.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships through regular communication and exceptional service delivery.
• Participate in client meetings, presentations, and discussions to provide technical insights and recommendations.

Qualifications and Experience

• ACA, ACCA, or equivalent.
• Minimum of 4-5 years PQE in auditing,
• Experience in Big 4 / 6 / Top 10 preferred.

Skills and Competencies

• Extensive knowledge of ISA (Ireland), FRS 101, FRS 102, and IFRS, regulatory requirements, and systems of quality management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex auditing and accounting issues.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information clearly and concisely.
• Strong client service orientation and commitment to delivering high-quality audit services.
• Strong presentation skills and experience in delivering training to a team with a range of abilities.
• Ability to inspire and motivate a team.
• Experience in managing projects and driving initiatives to completion.
• Ability to develop and deliver effective training programs.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy in reviewing audit files and documentation.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

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Benefits include:

•    Pension Contribution

•    Healthcare Contribution

•    Hybrid working opportunities

•    Early Friday finish during Summer months

•    EAP Healthcare Programme

•    Bike to work scheme

•    Incremental annual leave

•    Income protection

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