Advisory Project Manager

Are you ready to join a high-performance team delivering excellent client advice and outcomes?

We are seeking an experienced and talented Advisory Project Manager to join our SME Team and work closely with our Head of SME, Partners and specialist teams.

The Role

This role is an excellent opportunity to build a rewarding career in one of Ireland's fastest growing professional service Firms. Our Advisory Project Manager will work closely with our Partner’s and Head of SME at Ifac – to drive the next phase of growth and client impact across the region. The successful candidate will have the opportunity work closely with the Head of SME to deliver a wide range of client advisory projects and support the ongoing development of the advisory service offering.

About Ifac

Founded in 1975, Ifac is Ireland's specialist professional services firm for the farming, food, agri, and family business sectors. We are an award-winning employer and one of Ireland's Top Ten Accountancy firms. Ifac is also one of Ireland’s Top200 Employers 2025 as listed by the Irish Independent in partnership with Statista, and a PrimeGlobal member firm. As Ireland's largest farming, food, and agribusiness professional services firm, ifac is proud to be certified as a B Corporation (B Corp).

Our Purpose

Ifac's purpose is to help its clients to build profitable sustainable futures, so that people and communities across Ireland can thrive.

Our Ambition

With a strong focus on global best practice, Ifac has set its ambition to be a global leader in agrifood advisory, while also driving growth and excellence in Ireland's dynamic SME sector.

Why Join Ifac?

At Ifac, we are more than just a workplace – we are a community of professionals committed to growth, innovation, and sector leadership. When you join our team, you’ll have the opportunity to:

• Work with industry-leading experts and clients in Ireland’s farming, food, agribusiness, and SME sectors.
• Be part of a values-driven culture emphasising collaboration, commitment, energy, respect, and foresight.
• Build a great career, help us achieve our ambitions and help shape the future of Ireland’s business landscape.
• Enjoy a competitive compensation package, including performance-based bonuses and significant opportunities for professional growth.

Making an impact

We build strong client connections through great service, sectoral expertise, and deep engagement. Many of our clients have been with us for generations and we have helped those families build and retain wealth, transition assets, and optimize opportunities. Our Advisory Project Manager will be a trusted advisor and a key support to clients in achieving their ambitions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the project management and implementation of advisory engagements, ensuring objectives are delivered efficiently and to a high standard.
• Coordinate and maintain alignment among all project stakeholders, including internal ifac teams, clients, and third-party advisors, to support successful project delivery.
• Prepare tax computations and supporting schedules for review by the tax team.
• Assist in the preparation of cash flow forecasts, financial models, and business plans to support client advisory projects.
• Draft high-quality reports and advisory documentation for review and presentation to clients.
• Monitor and coordinate the timely filing of statutory returns, including tax and company secretarial compliance requirements.
• Develop and enhance advisory playbooks, templates, and standard operating procedures to drive consistency, efficiency, and scalability across advisory engagements.

You will be:

• An ACA/ACCA qualified accountant with a minimum of five years’ experience working in a Public Practice environment.
• Strong attention to detail and technical knowledge.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• The ability to successfully manage deadlines and teams.
• Commercial awareness and a commitment to exceptional customer service.
• A willingness to learn and develop professionally.
• A passion for helping businesses achieve their potential.

Rewards

Our Advisory Project Manager will receive;

• Market-leading compensation and benefits package.
• Substantial employer pension contribution.
• Generous annual leave allowance.
• Supportive family orientated workplace policies.
• Blended WFH.
• Opportunities for internal growth and development.
• Access to a bike to work scheme.
• Access to an employee assistance programme.
• Well-being benefits, including the Digital Doctor programme.
• Regular wellness, social, and charity activities throughout the year.
• Voucher at Christmas.

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