Senior Accountant | Accounts Manager

Collins McNicholas Recruitment; Galway City; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy and business consultancy firm in Galway is seeking a Senior Accountant / Accounts Manager. The successful candidate will manage a portfolio of clients ensuring high standards of service delivery while leading a team. The role requires a deep understanding of Irish taxation and accounting practices, alongside the ability to identify strategic opportunities for business growth. A competitive salary and opportunities for professional development are on offer.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years’ experience in Irish accountancy practice.
• Strong knowledge of Irish GAAP, Corporation Tax, Income Tax, and VAT.
• Experience managing a team and client portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation and review of accounts, tax filings.
• Support and develop junior accounting staff.
• Identify growth opportunities and manage business development projects.

Skills

Client Management

Technical Knowledge of Tax and Compliance

Team Leadership

Cloud Accounting Platforms

Microsoft Excel

Education

ACA / ACCA / CPA qualified

Tools

Sage

Xero

QuickBooks

Job description

Senior Accountant / Accounts Manager required with 4 plus years experience for an Accountancy and Business Consultancy company based in Galway.

Key Responsibilities:

Client Management & Technical Delivery

• Lead the preparation and review of year-end accounts, management accounts, VAT returns, and corporation and income tax filings.

• Maintain excellent relationships with a portfolio of clients through regular contact, advice, and proactive support.

• Be the go-to expert for clients with complex technical queries on tax, compliance, or reporting matters.

• Provide advisory services such as cash flow planning, profit improvement, and restructuring.

Team Leadership & Development

• Manage, support, and develop junior and intermediate accounting staff, including performance reviews and technical training.

• Ensure high standards of accuracy and compliance through structured review processes and coaching.

Practice Development & Strategy

• Work closely with the Partners to identify growth opportunities, improve internal systems, and deliver strategic projects.

• Play a hands-on role in business development, including proposals, onboarding, and new service lines.

• Implement and optimise workflows using best-in-class accounting and cloud tools (Surf, Relate, Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, etc.).

Requirements:

• ACA / ACCA / CPA qualified (or equivalent)

• Minimum 4 years’ recent experience in an Irish accountancy practice

• Excellent technical knowledge of Irish GAAP, Corporation Tax, Income Tax, and VAT

• Exposure to specialist sectors such as construction, hospitality, or medical an advantage.

• Demonstrated experience managing a team and a portfolio of clients

• Highly proficient in cloud-based and traditional accounting platforms

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and document management systems

• Exposure to specialist sectors such as construction, hospitality, or medical an advantage.

For a confidential discussion and more information on the role of Senior Accountant in Galway, please contactNoeleen Stewart.

[e-mail]

091-706712

Commutable from Oranmore, Athenry, Loughrea, Gort, Claregalway, Galway city, Tuam, etc.