Audit Manager

Scope / Overall Summary of Role

The ideal candidate will assist in managing teams of professionals to deliver quality service to our clients.  The Manager will be expected to develop industry and technical knowledge in assurance through written reports, management presentations and the production of high quality deliverables.  

Specific Areas of Responsibilities:

• Analyzing research to ensure thorough understanding of each client's industry and business;
• Meeting with the client to identify expectations, issues and challenges;
• Negotiating fees directly with the client under the direction of a partner;
• Establishing the audit approach to the engagement, making effective use of team members' skills and managing the assignment within time and budgetary requirements.
• Demonstrating strong technical knowledge and having the ability to research issues, present alternatives and conclusions;
• Monitoring the progress of the team members towards completion of work and adjusting the work plan when necessary;
• Reviewing work of the team to ensure that all work is completed and documented in accordance with our prescribed standards;
• Managing interpersonal relations and inspiring team members; 
• Continuously communicating with the Partner with respect to engagement progress – risks, issues, variances from plan in terms of time and budget;
• Preparing complete financial statements, related notes, and reports for delivery to the client
• Taking full ownership of electronic audit file and external file completion;
• Analyzing engagement economics of self and field staff and explaining variances from plan;
• Approving final billing for review by the Partner;
• Preparing and delivering meaningful individual performance evaluations on a timely basis;
• Developing strong relationships with your clients to facilitate the completion of client work;
• Identifying potential opportunities to provide additional services to your clients.
   

 Assisting with practice management: 

• Assuming a coaching performance management role that aligns staff development with our Connected Thinking;
• Instructing milestone training courses to our staff;
• Networking in the local business community;
• Preparation and delivery of competitive audit proposals; and
• Participating in recruitment activities at graduate level

Requirements:

• Degree plus ACA/ACCA designation or equivalent foreign designation;
• Minimum of 6 years post qualifying audit experience in a public accounting environment;
• Detailed understanding of Irish GAAP and GAAS;
• Excellent project management skills and ability to manage relationships at all levels within PwC and within the client's organization;
• Excellent communication skills (English oral and written)
• Demonstrated ability to work in a multitasked, fast-paced and changing environment;
• Proven leadership, organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Commitment to providing excellent client service; and
• Ability to work on multiple engagements concurrently.
• Specific industry experience plus knowledge of U.S. GAAP/ SEC and International Financial Reporting Standards would be considered an asset.

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