Senior Accountant

5 days ago


Cork, Ireland EHS International Founded by Chris Mee Full time

Location
Cork

Contract
Permanent, Full Time

Salary
€60,000

About the Role
EHS International is recruiting a Senior Accountant to take a leading role within the finance team. The successful candidate will oversee financial reporting, compliance and performance management across the organisation. This is a hands‑on role suited to an experienced professional who can manage workloads, enhance processes and support strategic decision making.

The ideal candidate would be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records and managing the day‑to‑day finance operations of the business. This includes processing supplier and customer transactions, managing payroll, preparing VAT and Revenue returns, and ensuring all accounts are fully reconciled. The role supports the Managing Director and the Operations Director by providing up‑to‑date financial information, assisting with management reporting, and maintaining compliance with statutory requirements. The ideal candidate will have excellent attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and hands‑on experience using Xero or similar accounting software in a busy service provider environment.

Core Competencies Required

Maintain Accurate Financial Records

Manage Payroll & Statutory Compliance

Oversee Payables & Receivables

Reconcile Accounts Monthly

Support Management Reporting & Audit Readiness

Key Responsibilities

Lead preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports

Manage budgeting, forecasting and cash flow planning

Oversee statutory reporting including VAT and payroll

Maintain and strengthen internal financial controls

Lead audit processes and liaise with external auditors

Provide financial insights and analysis to senior management

Supervise junior finance team members and support their development

Drive process improvements and system efficiencies

Work closely with leadership across theorganisationon financial planning

Requirements

Minimum 5 years’ relevant accounting experience

Fully qualified accountant with ACA, ACCA, CPA or equivalent

Strong technical knowledge across Irish accounting standards, tax and compliance

Proven experience in financial reporting, budgeting and cash flow management

Proficient user of Xero and advanced user of MS Excel

Experience withBrightPaypayroll an advantage

Excellent analytical, problem-solving andorganisationalskills

Strong communication and stakeholder management ability

Ability to work independently and lead within a busy office environment

Why Join EHS International
This role offers the chance to play a central part in thefinancial managementof afast growingorganisation, with real scope to shape processes, influence decisionmakingand support ongoing company growth.

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