Audit Director - Financial Services (BDO Ireland)
Department:
Audit
Employment Type:
Full Time
Location:
Dublin
Description
BDO Irelands Audit
department is growing, and we have an open vacancy for a
Director
. This position will work alongside the departments Director's and Partner's. You will become a part of the decision-making process within the department. We're seeking a dynamic Director eager for a fresh challenge within our innovative and forward-looking Banking Team within our Audit Department. This role can provide an opportunity for advancing your career, engaging large scale projects, and continuous learning and growth within a supportive team environment.
At BDO you can be yourself - we value you as an individual and want you to realise your aspirations. You have a voice and your opinion counts. We give you the challenge and support you need, and you can shape your own career according to your strengths, skills and personality.
Key Responsibilities & Relationships
Responsibilities
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Proactively manage client expectations and be point-of-contact for clients. Working closely with Senior Executive levels in managing the audit specific requirements.
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Manage a portfolio of clients of variable sizes across different industries.
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Manage international reporting process both to Group Auditors and from Component Auditors
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Proactively manage client expectations and be point-of-contact for clients
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Coordinate and project manage the allocation of staff resources to jobs
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Lead teams on the planning; execution; and completion of audits
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Provide technical auditing and accounting assistance to team members and clients
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Report directly to partner/director on engagements
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Assist with managing the team's financial performance e.g. agreeing and billing of fees; cash collections; monitoring recoverability of WIP etc
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Will be involved in the design and delivery of technical training
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Participate in the coaching, mentoring and appraisal of staff
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Manage and coordinate the pitch/proposals for new work
Relationships
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Will develop strong working relationships with the managers and other members of the team
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Will actively collaborate with peers in other teams/departments
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Will be the main point of contact for a range of clients
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Will develop a good understanding of the firm's core values and how they apply to our objectives/strategies. In particular how they impact our department and the part the job holder and our team plays in achieving them
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Will be sharing knowledge and experience with others including on the job training of more junior team members
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Will assist with the preparation of clients' presentations including preparation of board reports and tender/proposal documents
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
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ACA or ACCA qualification with a minimum of 6 years PQE
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Strong technical auditing and accounting skills, including knowledge of ISAs and IFRS
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Banking experience is preferred
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Experience working on large, complex group audits is advantageous
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Proven management skills and behaviors
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Strong market/commercial awareness
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Understanding of the operational aspects of managing an audit team and being accountable for results
Benefits
Income
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Competitive salary
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Annual bonus scheme
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Enhanced benefit allowance
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Travel Green Allowance Voucher
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Mobile phone
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Employee referral scheme - "refer a friend".
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Income protection
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Pension scheme
Health
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Permanent Health Insurance (Income Protection)
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Digi Doc
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Group health schemes
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Life Assurance
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Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
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Cycle to Work scheme
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CSR, Sports and Social and Wellness Committees
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On site gym
Career
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Career Progression
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BDO Learning & Development programme
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Coverage of professional subscription
Leave
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Together Anywhere Leave
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Annual Leave Purchase Scheme
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Adoptive Leave Increase
Location
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Free breakfast every day
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State of the art office
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Central location
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On site caf??
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On site complementary barista