Associate Director

Job Title: Associate Director (Audit and Accounts) – Balbriggan
Who We Are
UHY Farrelly Dawe White Limited is a leading Top 20 accountancy and taxation practice in the Northeast of Ireland and a member of the global accountancy network UHY, ranked in the Top 20 networks worldwide.
UHY FDW has evolved significantly over the past decade to become one of the most modern and cutting-edge firms in today's market.
It has a significant market share and presence across the north-east which is attributed to its exceptionally talented workforce, strategic planning and adoption of new technologies & methodologies to now be labelled a trendsetter within the sector.
We pride ourselves on being people-focused, and we understand the importance of attracting and retaining the highest calibre individuals.
Our team of 7 directors and 80 staff deliver a first-class service across 4 offices to a diverse range of clients, locally, nationally and internationally.
We are committed to our purpose "Achieve a Better Future Together" and are excited to expand our team with individuals who will help us in fulfilling our purpose.
Role Overview
We are seeking an ambitious and commercially minded Associate Director to lead our Audit & Accounts team in Balbriggan.
This is a key leadership role for a high-performing professional ready to take the next step in their career.
You'll work closely with the Board of Directors, leading a talented team and managing a strong portfolio of clients across a variety of sectors.
This role offers a clear path to Directorship, with progression built into your development journey and ongoing strategic involvement in the firm's growth.
Why Join Us?
Leadership role with genuine progression to Director level
Direct exposure to firm strategy and decision-making
Supportive, collaborative culture with ongoing CPD and leadership development
Diverse client base across a wide range of industries
Modern, tech-enabled working environment
Competitive salary and benefits package
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & People Development
Lead and mentor the Audit & Accounts team to consistently deliver high-quality results within allocated timeframes.
Conduct regular performance reviews and identify individual development plans.
Provide training and professional development opportunities for the team.
Create a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and collaboration
Attending staff meetings and training development programmes as required.
Ensuring to uphold the firm's code of ethics and business conduct.
Client Relationship Management
Act as a key point of contact for a diverse portfolio of clients.
Build and maintain long-term client relationships
Identify client needs and deliver tailored, commercial solutions.
Actively cross-sell additional services (tax, advisory, etc.) to drive client success.
Audit & Compliance Oversight
Oversee and review statutory audits and financial statements for a wide range of entities.
The review of corporation tax returns and ensuring filings are made in accordance with deadlines.
Ensure all engagements meet professional, ethical and regulatory standards (UK GAAP, FRS 102, IFRS, ISAs).
Maintaining an advanced level of technical knowledge through appropriate reading and course attendance, and to fulfil the Institute's CPD requirements.
Business Strategy & Growth
Collaborate with Directors to shape and deliver departmental and firmwide strategic goals.
Contribute to business development, including proposal preparation, pitching and onboarding new clients.
Liaise with all other departments ensuring all potential client needs are identified and serviced accordingly.
Monitor work in progress and drive strong commercial outcomes through effective fee recovery and resource management.
Assisting with ad hoc business consultancy.
Innovation & Continuous Improvement
Embrace and implement digital solutions to improve team efficiency and client experience.
Encourage a tech-forward approach across the department.
Support internal initiatives to streamline processes and enhance service delivery.
About You
Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent)
Significant post-qualified experience in audit, accounts, and client management
Proven success in leading teams and managing complex audits
Strong technical knowledge of Irish/UK accounting and auditing standards
Commercially astute, with a strategic mindset and entrepreneurial outlook
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Tech-savvy and comfortable leveraging cloud-based platforms and digital tools
Organised, detail-oriented and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
A natural leader who thrives on developing others and driving business success
What We Offer
We offer a comprehensive package with many supports and benefits, some of which we have listed:
Competitive salary based on your experience
Flexible working hours, with a four-and-a-half-day week
UHY Network firm – Network & Travel opportunities
Paid Professional Membership
Generous holiday allowance with additional company days for Christmas and Easter holidays
Ability to build up 5 additional days of annual leave per annum
Additional days of annual leave after 5 years of service
Travel Insurance
Volunteering day to spend one day each year dedicated to a cause you care about
Training and continuous learning & Funded CPD hours programme/tuition
Free parking
CSR, ESG and Social Committees offering funded social events
Wellbeing programme & discount platform for gyms, hotel bookings and more
Commission for introducing new clients and new team members
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
Great teammates & Diverse and inclusive culture
Onsite Food Truck & Games Room
Our Values
Our firm and entire team are committed to our purpose "Achieve a Better Future Together" and we have aligned our core values to support us all in achieving this.
Our core values are: Integrity, Teamwork, Respect, Be Engaged & Be Passionate.
If you believe our company values align with your own, we would love you to be a part of our team.
Salary Level
Salary commensurate with experience.
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