• Location: Cork City, Cork
• Type: Permanent
• Job #43321

Accountant 

Are you an experienced accountant ready to take on a central role in managing the financial operations of a growing company? We are seeking a highly skilled Accountant to take full responsibility for the day-to-day management of our Accounts Department. This is a full-time, permanent position based in Monkstown, Cork.

Salary: 60K 
This position offers hybrid working and flexible start/finish times.

In this role, you will oversee all accounting functions, including bank and cash management, creditors and debtors, payroll, VAT compliance, and year-end financial reporting. Your expertise will ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in all financial processes, contributing to the company’s overall financial health and strategic goals.

Qualifications:

• CPA or equivalent accounting certification with at least 5 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Proficiency in Exchequer software and Brightpay payroll software is an asset.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills with high attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities:

Bank & Cash Management:

• Review bank statements daily, record direct debits and credit transfers, and maintain Purchases and Sales Daybooks.
• Complete monthly reconciliations for all bank accounts, manage petty cash, and prepare bank lodgments.

Creditors Management:

• Match purchase advice notes to invoices, record and file purchase invoices, and maintain accurate records in Exchequer.
• Conduct monthly reconciliations, prepare twice-monthly supplier payment lists, and authorize payments for suppliers and pro forma invoices.

Debtors Management:

• Review and email sales invoices, post monthly transactions, and issue customer statements.
• Follow up on overdue accounts and ensure all deliveries are invoiced accurately.

Stock Management:

• Review and post stock adjustments monthly to the general ledger.

VAT Compliance:

• Prepare and file bi-monthly VAT returns on ROS, handle annual RTD VAT form submissions, and ensure compliance for zero-rated VAT.

Payroll:

• Process payroll weekly, fortnightly, and monthly using Brightpay, manage PAYE/PRSI payments on ROS, and prepare monthly commission reports and salary payments.

Year-End Accounts & Reporting:

• Prepare draft management accounts for the year-end (January 31) and liaise with external accountants to finalize accounts.
• Record final adjustments and maintain accurate trial balances and accounts files.

Insurance & Ad Hoc Assignments:

• Manage and review insurance renewals for EL/PL, motor, and rental property policies.
• Support management with weekly reporting and various ad hoc financial assignments as needed.

This position is perfect for an accountant who thrives in a dynamic role with a wide range of responsibilities and is eager to make a significant impact. If you are proactive, detail-oriented, and ready for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you!
 

If you're a motivated and enthusiastic individual ready to lead and create memorable events, apply now to join our team and take the next step in your career!
For more information please apply through the link provided for the attention of Karen O'Brien, email karen.obrien@osborne.ie or call 086-1071917.
If you are interested in finding out more about the above role and would like to be considered other suitable roles that we may have available for your skill set – please attach your CV via the link provided
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