Audit and Assurance Assistant Manager - Limerick

Audit and Assurance Assistant Manager - Limerick The Grant Thornton Audit and Assurance team has a track record of operating at the highest levels for clients in a broad range of industry sectors and ranging in size from entrepreneurial start-ups to multi-national and publicly listed groups. Our experienced team of over 300 professionals has developed an efficient approach that delivers high-quality audits and comprehensive value-added advice, with transparency and collaboration throughout. By joining our Audit and Assurance team you will work closely with our audit partners and you will have a real opportunity to provide a valued opinion within the team. Excellent opportunities exist for ambitious and driven candidates to progress within the firm. It is the combination of our value driven audit approach, global methodology, focus on customer service and audit quality that truly differentiates the Grant Thornton Audit and Assurance department from our competitors. The role: We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join our expanding Audit and Assurance team. You will be responsible for managing a significant portfolio of clients. The role involves providing audit and related services to companies and groups operating across a wide range of sectors. Excellent opportunities exist for ambitious and driven candidates to progress within the firm. The position attracts a competitive remuneration package and ongoing career development. Main responsibilities: • identifying client needs and new business opportunities within client organisations; • project management - take responsibility for managing a large and varied portfolio of clients; • supervise and train junior members of the team to ensure that Grant Thornton's standards are maintained throughout the entire audit process; • prepare and present business tenders in order to develop and grow your client portfolio; • working capital management - manage work in progress and billings; • take full responsibility for managing and reviewing the work of the audit team; and • cross-business unit liaison with other teams such as tax, advisory etc. Skills and attributes: • ACA/ACCA qualified; • minimum 5+ years' experience; • strong technical skills (Irish GAAP and auditing standards. IFRS experience an advantage but not essential); • electronic auditing experience (preferable but not essential); • ability to motivate and manage staff under tight deadlines; • ability to make professional judgements based on findings; • portfolio management experience; • strong attention to detail and analytical assessment; • experience working as part of a team supporting others; • be commercially aware; • experience gained in a Big 4 accounting firm would be advantageous; and  candidates currently working in Industry, with the necessary experience, and who would like to return to practice will be considered for this role.