Director Accounting and Advisory, SME
About Us
Fitzgerald Power is a top-tier team of experts dedicated to delivering innovative and strategic accountancy services.
The Role
We are at an exciting point in our journey, and as part of our ambitious growth plans, we are looking to welcome a Director - Accounting and Advisory into our SME department.
This newly created position represents a critical role in shaping the future of our SME team.
As Director, you will lead and develop our growing team, currently comprising 12 people with additional support from other departments.
You will be tasked with managing key client relationships while delivering monthly billing targets, and you will be assisted by the Management Team and SME Partner.
Key Responsibilities:
* Management of Fitzgerald Powers Accounting and Advisory SME team to include workflow management, management of individual team member KPIs, and the training and development requirements of team members.
* The timely delivery of client assignments in accordance with the departments workflow and billing targets.
* Organising, planning, and completion of statutory accounts, audits, management accounts, and tax returns (Corporation Tax and VAT) in accordance with the workflow plan.
* Preparation and completion of ad-hoc advisory assignments.
* Managing a portfolio of clients.
* Building direct client relationships (as per the portfolio assigned).
* Delivering monthly billing targets.
* Completing all engagements in accordance with the firms agreed procedures.
* Capturing and reporting all KPIs relevant for the purposes of the teams Key Performance Management.
Requirements:
* ACA / ACCA / CPA Professional Qualification.
* 5 years + PQE with Irish Practice experience.
* Knowledge of the Irish tax system.
* Proven track record in leading, managing, building, and developing a team of accounting professionals.
* Strong technical knowledge & skills of Accounting and Auditing standards (IAS, IFRS, Auditing Standards etc.).
* Ambition.
* A good understanding of accounting software packages.
* Strong work ethic.
* Problem solver.
* Growth mindset.
* Ability to take direction and work within a team environment.
* Strong communication, organisational, and planning skills.
* Strong analytical and technical ability and excellent attention to detail.
* Strong team player with the ability to adapt to new challenges.
What We Offer
A competitive package will be offered to the right candidate.
Flexible working hours and operate a hybrid working model (based on the 60/40 rule; 3 days onsite and 2 set days remote).
Permanent/Full-time position.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Fitzgerald Power
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable laws.
We believe in fostering a culture of respect, equity, and inclusion, ensuring that every employee has an equal opportunity to succeed.