Audit Director – Clear Path to Partner

???? Dublin, Cork, Galway, or Limerick
???? Full-time | Permanent
???? Professional Services | Audit
???? Recruiting on behalf of a leading international accountancy firm
???? Cavehill – Executive Search & Recruitment

About the Firm

Cavehill is proud to be working on behalf of one of Ireland’s leading professional services firms. With over 900 staff across Dublin, Cork, Galway, and Limerick, and as part of a major global network operating in over 100 countries, the firm offers best-in-class audit, tax, and advisory services to a wide range of clients. Their people-first ethos, inclusive culture, and ambitious growth plans make them an employer of choice for high-performing professionals looking for long-term career opportunities.

This role presents a rare opportunity to join the firm at Director level, with a clear and defined path to Partner.

Why Apply?

? Join a forward-thinking, internationally connected firm
? Work with entrepreneurial privately-owned businesses (€10m–€250m turnover)
? Be part of a modern, inclusive, and supportive work culture
? Real progression opportunity – Partner track
? Engage in meaningful advisory projects beyond audit
? Lead and mentor high-potential teams

The Opportunity

As Audit Director, you will lead and manage a portfolio of dynamic audit clients in the privately-owned business space across a variety of sectors, including technology, retail, distribution, professional services, and engineering. You will report to senior leadership and play a critical role in audit quality, team development, commercial growth, and client relationship management.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and deliver high-quality audit engagements for a broad client portfolio
Ensure consistency in audit approach and compliance with global audit methodology
Manage team resources effectively and contribute to departmental performance targets (FCR, billing, fee income, cash collection)
Mentor, train, and develop team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment
Collaborate with Tax and Financial Advisory teams on strategic advisory work, including:
- Strategic business planning
- Technical accounting for acquisitions or structural changes
- Framework transitions (e.g. IFRS)
Drive client service excellence while supporting the firm’s long-term growth agenda

Candidate Profile

Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA or equivalent) with a minimum of 5 years' post-qualification experience
Background in a medium or large practice environment
Proven leadership and people management experience
Strong commercial acumen and a strategic mindset
Excellent communication, client relationship, and influencing skills
Organised, proactive, and able to perform under pressure
Strong digital literacy and audit software experience

Ready to take the next step?

This is a unique chance to secure a senior leadership role with real progression potential in a high-quality, people-focused firm.

???? To apply in confidence, please contact the team at Cavehill or submit your CV via this advert.

Audit Director.