The Role

Qualified Accountant -   Athlone

Permanent

We are currently seeking a Qualified Accountant to report directly to the Finance
Director. The ideal candidate would support the finance function in delivering
accurate management accounts, processing payroll and implementing and
maintaining internal financial controls and procedures. The role requires an
adaptable individual who will be flexible in their approach to work

Main Responsibilities:
• Support the preparation of the management accounts within the timelines
set out and provide financial commentary and analysis
• Monthly balance sheet reconciliations, including follow up and problem
resolution
• Preparation, analysis and posting of journals at month-end
• Prepare weekly payroll. Submitting and crosschecking payroll information
before submission to Revenue.
• Assist in Revenue/CSO returns and statutory reporting
• Implementing and maintaining internal financial controls and procedures
• Audit liaison with both internal and external auditors
• Stock take – quarterly financial review
• Assisting in ad-hoc reports and project work as required by management
• Preparing Bank reconciliations

The Person

Requirements:
• Qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CPA
• Accounts preparation experience required with good analytical and
reporting skills
• Ability to work on own initiative and to required deadlines
• Microsoft NAV and/or Quantum Payroll experience desirable, though not
essential
• Demonstrable analytical and problem-solving skills, with high level of
attention to detail and the ability to proactively identify and propose
solutions
• Good communication and interpersonal skills and an ability to work as
part of a team or independently as the role may require