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Associate Director – Credit Union Audit & Advisory at Grant Thornton Ireland

Position Associate Director – Credit Union Audit & Advisory
Posted 15 Apr 2026
Expired 15 May 2026
Company Grant Thornton Ireland
Location Cork | IE
Job Type Full Time

Job Description:

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Associate Director – Credit Union Audit & Advisory

We are looking for an Associate Director to lead our Credit Union portfolio within our Audit & Assurance practice. The role blends statutory audit leadership, advisory, internal audit and regulatory assurance, focusing on delivery excellence and growth of our credit union services.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and oversee a complex portfolio of credit union statutory audits during the peak period (August–January), including planning, execution, quality control and reporting.
  • Provide senior oversight and serve as the main point of contact for boards, audit committees and executive management.
  • Review audit files, financial statements and key deliverables to ensure compliance with professional standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Lead credit‑union advisory engagements throughout the year, such as business‑case development, asset and loan‑book reviews, due diligence, merger financial projections, and restructuring support.
  • Support transfer of engagements (mergers), including financial modelling, regulatory engagement and post‑transfer governance considerations.
  • Lead risk‑based internal audit and governance engagements, overseeing reviews of board effectiveness, oversight frameworks and internal controls.
  • Provide senior‑level advice on risk management, SOX‑related controls and regulatory compliance, and sign off on practical reports for senior management.
  • Build and maintain trusted relationships with boards, senior management and regulators across the credit union sector.
  • Lead, mentor and develop managers and junior team members, contributing to performance management and progression.
  • Identify client needs and opportunities, lead proposals, tenders and presentations for new and existing clients, and promote Grant Thornton’s credit union services.
Essential Skills & Experience
  • 8+ years of relevant experience in audit, internal audit, risk advisory or financial services.
  • Strong technical and practical understanding of the credit union and/or wider financial services sector.
  • Proven experience engaging with boards, regulators and senior executive stakeholders.
  • Relevant professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, CPA, PIIA, MIIA or equivalent).
  • Strong portfolio, engagement and people‑management experience.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including senior‑level report writing.
  • Commercial mindset with a strong client focus and leadership approach.
  • Ability to manage complex workloads in a highly seasonal environment.
Desirable
  • Experience leading credit‑union advisory, restructuring or merger engagements.
  • Internal audit or risk expertise in capital, treasury, ERM, AML/CTF or conduct risk.
  • Experience supporting regulatory inspections and remediation programmes.
  • Contribution to service line or sector development.
Benefits

Comprehensive rewards package to support wellbeing, flexibility and career progression in a high‑performing environment.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to an inclusive culture where everyone feels respected, supported and able to thrive.

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Job Info:

  • Company: Grant Thornton Ireland
  • Position: Associate Director – Credit Union Audit & Advisory
  • Work Location: Cork
  • Country: IE

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