OverviewAssociate Director - Financial Services Audit. We are Grant Thornton. Grant Thornton Ireland has nearly 3,000 people in 9 offices across Ireland, the Isle of Man, Gibraltar and Bermuda, with a presence in over 145 countries worldwide and a global network of more than 68,000 people. Our Audit & Assurance practice is experiencing significant growth, and we are looking to appoint an Associate Director - Financial Services Audit to strengthen our senior leadership team.Our Financial Services Audit practice spans the core sectors of Banking & Capital Markets, Insurance, and Asset & Wealth Management / Funds. Candidates are expected to have deep audit experience in at least one of these Financial Services sectors, with the opportunity to broaden exposure to other FS areas over time through collaboration and cross-sector engagements.ResponsibilitiesLead and oversee Financial Services audit engagements across Banking, Insurance and Asset/Wealth Management clients, ensuring timely, efficient and high-quality delivery.Act as a trusted advisor to clients, developing strong relationships through regular engagement, deep understanding of their business models, risks and regulatory environment.Ensure audit engagements comply with relevant accounting standards (IFRS, Irish/UK GAAP as applicable), regulatory requirements and Grant Thornton audit methodology.Manage and review complex audit areas, including risk assessments, judgements, estimates and technical accounting matters specific to Financial Services.Supervise, coach and mentor managers, seniors and trainees, fostering a collaborative, inclusive and high-performing team culture.Support portfolio management responsibilities, including resourcing, budgeting, fee management and recovery.Contribute to the development of the Financial Services Audit practice, including thought leadership, training and technical excellence initiatives.Identify and pursue new business opportunities, working closely with Partners on proposals, tenders and client pitches.Build strong relationships with internal specialists (e.g. regulatory, risk, actuarial, valuations, IT audit) to deliver integrated client solutions.Qualifications & ExperienceACA / ACCA (or equivalent) qualified.Typically 7+ years' post-qualification experience within Financial Services audit.Strong technical knowledge of IFRS and auditing standards; experience across Irish/UK GAAP is an advantage.Proven experience auditing Financial Services entities, with depth in at least one core FS sector (Banking, Insurance or Asset/Wealth Management/Funds).Experience managing large and complex audit engagements and portfolios.Strong professional judgement and ability to challenge constructively.Demonstrated leadership capability, with experience motivating, developing and retaining high-performing teams.Commercial awareness with the ability to identify value-added opportunities for clients.Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, including engagement with senior client management and regulators.Electronic auditing and data-enabled audit experience.Experience gained in a Big 4 or large professional services firm would be advantageous.Life at Grant ThorntonWe offer a more inclusive and collaborative working environment, flexible and hybrid working arrangements, and opportunities to grow and shape the future of our Financial Services department. We value diversity and authentic contributions from our people and support wellbeing, flexibility and long-term career development.Rewards & BenefitsOur reward and benefits are designed to help our people flourish, supporting wellbeing, flexibility and professional growth.About Us & DiversityWe are Grant Thornton. Grant Thornton Ireland is rapidly approaching 3,000 people in 9 offices across Ireland, the Isle of Man, Gibraltar and Bermuda, with a presence in over 149 countries and a global network of 73,000 people. We are committed to equitable opportunities, diversity, and inclusion as central to our culture. We encourage you to bring your authentic self to work.Is this job a match or a miss?Be The First To Know About the latest Senior Associate Trustee Depositary Jobs in Dublin!
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