Accounting Technician

Please do not apply to this role through LinkedIn. Applications submitted through LinkedIn will not be accepted. To apply, please send your CV, including two references, and a short cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to recruitment@galwaycircus.com. You must be legally authorised to work in Ireland to accept this role. Galway Community Circus cannot provide visas.
Job Title: Accounting Technician
Location: St Joseph’s Community Centre, Ashe Road, Galway, H91 A4VW (remote working not available for this role)
Hours: 24 (3 days per week)
Salary: €40-45,000 per annum pro rata (€24-27,000 for 3 days/week)
Contract: Part-time, permanent (subject to funding)
Closing Date: 12pm Friday, 24th October 2025
Interview dates: Week commencing 3rd November 2025
Job Starts: December 2025
Application Process: To apply, please send your CV, including two references, and a short cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to recruitment@galwaycircus.com.
The Role We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Accounting Technician to join our team on a part-time basis (3 days per week). This is a key role in supporting the financial health and sustainability of the organisation, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and contributing to effective decision-making across the team.
You will work closely with the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Operation Officer to manage day-to-day financial operations, maintain accurate records, and support financial reporting across our programmes and funding streams.
You will be based in our office in Galway City, remote working is not possible for this role.
Key Responsibilities Manage daily banking and cash flow operations
Process invoices, payments, and payroll (in collaboration with payroll provider)
Prepare and complete bank and account reconciliations
Produce monthly management accounts and financial reports
Assist with year-end accounts preparation and liaise with external auditors
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records using QuickBooks
Monitor project and grant budgets to ensure financial compliance
Support reporting to funders, the Charities Regulator, and the Board of Directors
Contribute to the organisation’s financial planning and budget development
Help maintain robust financial policies and procedures
Person Specification Essential:
Accounting Technician qualification (or equivalent relevant experience)
Proven experience in bookkeeping or accounting, ideally in a non-profit, charity or arts environment
Proficiency in QuickBooks (or similar accounting software)
Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and time management
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
A proactive and flexible approach, with the ability to work independently
Demonstrated responsibility for the full scope of finance operations within an organisation
Desirable:
Familiarity with charity accounting standards and funder reporting requirements
Familiarity with SORP accounting standards
Understanding of the cultural or community sector
What We Offer Pro-rata salary of €40-45,000 (€24-27,000 for 3 days/week)
Flexible part-time work schedule (3 days per week)
A collaborative, creative, and purpose-led workplace
The chance to make a meaningful impact in the arts and community sector
About Galway Community Circus Galway Community Circus is Ireland’s flagship for youth and social circus, based in the heart of Galway City. We are a centre of excellence for circus arts education and a leader in the development of youth circus in Ireland.
Our mission is to foster the growth of youth circus in Ireland and internationally through our dynamic circus school. Our vision is a future in which play, care and creativity are nurtured through circus education, accessible to every child in Ireland. We provide access to high-quality, subsidised circus arts education through our circus school offering youth and adult programmes for over 600 weekly students. We also offer community programmes in partnership with those who have specific social or developmental needs.
We provide artist supports, professional training and mentoring and lead the development of youth circus in Ireland through our academic, national and international partnerships.

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