GSA - Audit Senior

Role Responsibilities: • Take responsibility for a portfolio of Global Statutory audit clients which includes Irish/UK and international audits; • Liaising closely with clients in relation to planning and closing meetings, and discussing business developments generally • Reviewing audit work papers • Provide guidance/expertise and participate in the performance of audit procedures, especially focusing on complex and/or specialized issues. • Assist the team including motivating them, allocating on the job tasks for audits and completing staff and job allocation, job planning, training needs, staff issues, identification of resources required etc.; • For the more technically demanding audits, there may be the need to on-site manage and assist in the performance of complex sections such as Share Based Compensation, Revenue Recognition and other critical areas as defined in the audit process. • Supervise and train more junior members of the dedicated staff to ensure that firm standards are maintained throughout the entire audit process; • Playing a key role in the development of new business, through participation in industry and potential client focus groups. Individual’s experience, skills and attributes • ACA/ACCA qualified with 3 years post-qualification experience in audit; • Experience from a top-ten firm • Audit experience of large Irish companies or multinational entities; • Extensive knowledge of IFRS and Irish GAAP; • Some knowledge or awareness of US GAAP would be a benefit; • The ability to motivate and manage staff under tight deadlines; • Excellent written and verbal communication; • Previous experience with documenting testing, results and finding in an electronic auditing package; • Experience of working as part of a team supporting others; and • Be commercially aware.