Accountant

T-pro; Athlone and Bigmeadow; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic finance company in the Municipal District of Athlone is seeking a driven Accountant to join their team. This role involves preparing financial accounts, supporting strategic decisions, and mentoring junior staff. Ideal candidates will have a qualification in ACA/ACCA/CIMA with 2-3 years of relevant experience. Strong analytical skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment are essential. This is a fantastic opportunity for career advancement.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years post-qualification experience in a hands-on role.
• Experience with financial reporting and analysis.
• Ability to mentor junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation of financial accounts and budgeting.
• Monitor stock recording system for accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with tax requirements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Commercial acumen

Communication skills

Budgeting experience

Forecasting experience

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)

Job description

Overview

Our client is seeking a driven and detail-oriented Accountant with 2-3 years of post-qualification experience to join our dynamic finance team. Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, this role will play a key part in the day-to-day financial operations, while also supporting strategic decision-making across the business. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant looking to take the next step in their career with exposure to both financial and commercial responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and delivery of accurate financial and management accounts, including month-end reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Support the analysis of financial performance and help interpret key metrics and KPIs for decision-making purposes.
• Contribute to the continuous review of product margins and support the commercial team in pricing and product range decisions.
• Monitor and maintain the accuracy of the stock recording system, ensuring alignment with physical stock levels.
• Work with the Financial Controller to ensure strong financial controls are maintained across the business.
• Prepare annual budgets and assist in the development of rolling cash flow forecasts.
• Oversee cash flow management, including monitoring daily balances and assisting in forward planning.
• Ensure compliance with tax requirements, including preparation and submission of returns.
• Liaise with external auditors and advisors during year-end processes and other financial matters.
• Assist in the ongoing review and management of overheads to support cost control initiatives.
• Provide support and mentorship to junior finance staff as required.

Candidate profile

• Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with 2-3 years PQE, ideally in a similar hands-on role.
• Strong analytical and commercial acumen with a keen attention to detail.
• Confident communicator, able to collaborate effectively across departments.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.