Internal Audit Senior Associate

Role overview

This Senior Associate position sits within Assurance and focuses on internal audit work. The role is based in Dublin and is centered on providing independent assurance over governance, risk management, and internal controls. The work goes beyond basic compliance and financial reporting, with an emphasis on delivering practical insight, improving control environments, and helping clients strengthen operations across a range of industries.

What you will do

• Lead internal audit assignments against agreed scope, objectives, timelines, and budget, while keeping quality and client service standards high.
• Assess business and audit risks, review the design and operating effectiveness of controls, and build suitable testing approaches.
• Keep engagement leaders informed on progress, key issues, and emerging findings through regular updates.
• Prepare concise, insightful reports that clearly explain control weaknesses and recommend realistic improvements.
• Review, guide, and coach junior colleagues so work is accurate, complete, and delivered on schedule.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, contribute knowledge, raise important issues, and help maintain a collaborative team culture.
• Support business development activities such as proposals, presentations, and thought leadership materials.
• Use digital tools, analytics, and technology to improve audit efficiency and the overall quality of work.

Requirements

• A university degree or an equivalent qualification is required.
• ACA, ACCA, or a similar qualification from a recognised accounting body is preferred.
• Internal audit qualifications are an advantage.
• IT audit qualifications and relevant experience are beneficial.
• Experience with data analytics tools such as Power BI and Alteryx, as well as AI and audit management platforms, is a plus.
• You should have at least 4 years of practice accounting or internal audit experience in a Big 4 firm, another international accounting firm, or a large internal audit function.

Additional information

Line of Service: Assurance. Specialism: Assurance. Industry/Sector: Not applicable. Management level: Senior Associate.

The organisation offers competitive pay, employee benefits, and flexibility programs designed to support wellbeing and work-life balance.

The employer is committed to equal opportunity and values diversity across race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, and disability status.

Candidates are encouraged to apply even if they do not meet every requirement exactly.

Reasonable accommodation will be provided to people with disabilities during the application or interview process, as well as for essential job functions and employment-related benefits.

Travel requirements are not specified. Work visa sponsorship is available. Government clearance is required. Desired languages are not specified.