Audit Manager | Top 10 Firm | South Dublin

Audit Manager – Top 10 Practice

Location: South Dublin

A well-established and rapidly growing professional services firm is seeking to appoint an Audit Manager to join its South Dublin office. The firm has recently undergone a significant merger and is now operating as part of a larger, PE-backed national group, offering strong career progression, scale, and long-term stability.

This is a key hire within the audit function and represents an excellent opportunity for an experienced Audit Manager to join a firm at an exciting stage of its growth.

The Role

The Audit Manager will take ownership of a varied and high-quality audit portfolio and play a central role in managing audit delivery, team development, and client relationships.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing a diverse portfolio of audit clients, ranging from SMEs to large multi-entity groups

• Leading audits from planning through to completion and sign-off

• Managing, mentoring and developing audit staff across multiple levels

• Acting as a key point of contact for clients and senior stakeholders

• Reviewing work, managing deadlines, and ensuring technical and regulatory compliance

• Supporting Partners and senior leadership on workflow planning and team resourcing

The role will initially be based in the South Dublin office, with increasing integration into a wider national audit platform as systems and operations continue to align.

Client Portfolio

• Broad mix of Irish SME clients and large group audits

• Exposure to regulated and non-exempt audits

• Some specialist audits, including asset management and regulatory-driven engagements

• Varied, technically interesting portfolio offering strong professional development

The Person

• ACA / ACCA qualified

• Trained and experienced in Irish audit practice (essential)

• Currently operating at Audit Manager level, or a strong Audit Senior ready to step up

• Experience gained in small, mid-tier or larger firms equally considered

• Strong people management, organisational and communication skills

• Commercial, client-focused and interested in long-term progression

Career Progression

The firm offers a clearly defined career framework, with visible progression routes from Manager through to senior leadership and Partner level. As part of a growing national group, there is increasing opportunity to become involved in:

• Larger group audits

• Cross-office and cross-border work

• Business development and client relationship growth

• Broader leadership and strategic initiatives

Salary & Package

• Salary typically in the €70,000 – €75,000 range (flexible for the right candidate)

• Strong overall benefits package

• Well-funded, stable firm with continued growth and acquisition plans

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All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Patrick O’Rourke is a Professional Services Recruitment Specialist, experienced in placing candidates from entry to Partner level. For a confidential discussion around opportunities in the market, please contact me directly – T – 087 190 2963.