Audit Associate Director - MonaghanOur client, a long-established and rapidly expanding regional practice, is seeking to appoint an Audit Associate Director to support significant growth across its audit portfolio. The firm has grown exponentially over the past two to three years and, with a multi-office footprint and a strong succession-planning focus, now requires an experienced audit leader to help shape the next phase of development.This is a key leadership role within the Monaghan office managing a broad portfolio of clients across manufacturing, wholesale, agriculture, professional services and more. The successful candidate will take ownership of approximately 80 audits across the firm's offices and will play a central role in managing both local teams and an established outsourced audit team based in South Africa.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and manage audit engagements across a diverse portfolio, from small charities to large group structures.Oversee and develop audit teams, including the South African outsourced team and local trainees.Support clients undergoing growth, restructuring and M&A activity.Drive quality, consistency and delivery across audit files (Omnipro Excel-based templates used; no requirement for prior software experience).Contribute to strategic planning and succession initiatives within the firm.Work predominantly on-site in Monaghan.Role RequirementsExtensive audit leadership experience, ideally trained in a Big Four or large national practice.Strong team management experience, including oversight of outsourced or remote teams.Broad industry exposure and the ability to manage a varied and high-volume client base.Comfortable working autonomously while maintaining high professional standards.Ability to build strong working relationships internally and externally.Salary & BenefitsCompetitive salary depending on experience, with flexibility to attract Big Four-trained candidates.Discretionary bonus (including Christmas bonus potential).Matched company pension and social club participation.Predominantly office-based role to facilitate team support and training.Interview ProcessInterviews can be arranged quickly and flexibly via Zoom or in person.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