• Location: Ashbourne, Meath
• Type: Contract FTC
• Job #45309

Accounts Assistant / Bookkeeper – 6 Month Fixed-Term Contract

This is a busy, hands-on role ideal for a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment. Working closely with the company accountant, the successful candidate will be an integral part of a small, collaborative team. You’ll be expected to take initiative, manage your workload independently, and contribute to the smooth running of the accounts function over a six-month period.

Location: Ashbourne / St. Margarets
Salary: €40,000–€45,000 DOE
Hours: 9am–5pm
Annual Leave: 20 Days (Pro Rata)

Key Responsibilities:

• Process and post purchase invoices using Connections Software and Sage 50
• Reconcile supplier accounts against statements and investigate discrepancies
• Post daily bank transactions and reconcile with external documentation
• Maintain the daily cash book and sales entries through Connections to Sage 50
• Perform month-end reconciliations for bank, debtor, creditor, VAT, and control accounts
• Prepare ad hoc financial reports as required
• Post journals and compile data for Revenue and CSO submissions
• Assist with other finance-related duties as needed to ensure the department runs efficiently

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a similar bookkeeping or accounts assistant role
• Strong knowledge of Sage 50 and Excel is essential
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Capable of working independently as well as collaboratively within a small team
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines
• Proactive and solution-focused, with the confidence to take ownership of tasks
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

For more information please apply through the link provided for the attention of Cloe Stapleton call Osborne Recruitment on 01 5984334 or email cloe.stapleton@osborne.ie
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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If you are living in Ireland and hold a valid work permit we would love to hear from you, if however you do not hold a valid work permit unfortunately we will not be in a position to assist you with your job search.
Osborne are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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