Company Accountant
6 days ago
What you need to know
Matrix Recruitment are recruiting for a Company Accountant to join our client, an SME based in Kilkenny.
This is a permanent, full-time role with an employer that prioritises work-life balance and can offer some flexibility around start and finish times.
In this position, you will manage the full finance function, and you will play a key part in supporting business growth, driving financial performance, and ensuring full compliance with financial and tax regulations.
Join a collaborative and friendly team that will provide training to help you get up to speed quickly in this new role
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Key duties and responsibilities:
1. Manage the company’s finance function, systems, and processes. There are current processes and systems in place, and these can be enhanced further.
2. Responsible for the maintenance of all aspects of the accounts; sales, purchases, nominal ledgers, etc.
3. Maintain financial ledgers and accounting processes and produce management accounts.
4. Managing cost accounting and cost centres.
5. Maintain bank account, reconcile to bank statement and produce Weekly Cashflow Reports.
6. Prepare budgets, financial forecasts, and track and report variances.
7. Manage and comply with all government reporting requirements and tax filing on ROS including PAYE/PRSI, VAT returns, RCT.
8. Take full control of all invoicing, creditors, debtors, bank account payments, etc.
9. Administer and run payroll for fixed-term employees, seasonal staff, and subcontractors in a timely and compliant manner. Responsible for the payroll system and producing the weekly payroll.
10. Support equipment and fleet management, ensuring all insurance, tax, and compliance matters are up to date.
11. Support the costing reports for upcoming projects.
12. Liaise with senior management with financial insights to support decision-making and risk management.
13. Liaise with external accountant as required.
14. Coordinate annual audits and ensure accurate record keeping across all finance areas.
15. Maintain compliance with all employment laws, health & safety, and financial regulations.
What We’re Looking For:
1. Professional accounting qualification or strong background in a similar role.
2. At least 4 years’ experience in a similar accounting or finance role.
3. Previous experience in construction or related sectors is highly advantageous.
4. Strong knowledge of Irish tax laws and financial compliance.
5. Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking.
6. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
7. Proactive, solution-focused mindset with strong organisational ability.
8. High proficiency in accounting software, Sage, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Apply for this job with your CV or reach out to Rena at Rena@matrixrecruitment.ie.
By applying, you are giving consent for Matrix Recruitment to contact you about this job. We collect your data for recruitment purposes only and will retain it for the duration required as outlined in our privacy policy. All CVs are kept confidential and will not be submitted to any clients without your knowledge and permission. Please note that due to the expected high volume of applications we can only reply to applicants suitable for the position.
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