Audit Senior - Dublin

Job Description

The Audit Senior will plan and deliver audit engagements for EY clients, supervise junior team members, review financial statements and working papers, and communicate findings to managers and clients. Candidates typically need a relevant accounting, finance or business degree and progress toward, or membership of, a professional qualification such as ACA or ACCA. Previous external audit experience, strong knowledge of auditing and financial reporting standards, analytical ability, and excellent written and verbal communication are expected. The role requires organisation, commercial awareness, attention to detail and the confidence to work directly with clients. Flexibility to manage deadlines, travel when required and support team development is also important.

Company Info

EY is a global professional services organisation providing assurance, consulting, strategy, tax and transaction services to businesses, governments and investors. Its Irish practice operates across major sectors, helping clients improve financial reporting, manage risk, complete transactions and respond to changing regulatory and commercial conditions. EY places strong emphasis on professional development, technical training, inclusion and collaboration. Audit professionals work with a broad range of organisations, from privately owned businesses to large multinational groups and public-interest entities. The firm is part of the worldwide EY network, which operates in more than 150 countries. In Ireland, EY has offices including Dublin, Cork, Galway, Limerick and Waterford, offering opportunities to build sector expertise and progress toward recognised accounting qualifications.

Destination Guide

Ireland offers strong opportunities in financial services, technology, pharmaceuticals, professional services, healthcare, engineering and multinational operations, with Dublin as the main employment hub. Irish workplace culture is generally approachable, collaborative and relationship-focused, while communication tends to be direct but friendly. Outside work, residents enjoy a lively social scene, music, sport, historic towns and easy access to beaches, mountains and countryside. Dublin has the widest job market but relatively high rents; Cork, Galway and Limerick can offer a more relaxed lifestyle, although opportunities vary by sector. EU, EEA and Swiss citizens can work without a visa. Non-EEA nationals usually need an employment permit and, depending on nationality and stay length, an immigration visa. Applicants should check current requirements with Ireland’s Department of Enterprise and Immigration Service before relocating. Public transport is improving, but a car can be useful outside major cities.