Accountant

FDC Group - Helping Irish Businesses Succeed; Kilkenny; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

FDC Group - Helping Irish Businesses Succeed in Kilkenny is seeking a part qualified/qualified accountant to join our team in the Kilkenny office. You will work on preparation of accounts, ensure compliance with deadlines, and support the office work plan while handling multiple client queries.

The role emphasizes strong communication, self-motivation, and the ability to work independently within a collaborative local firm that values development and long-term client relationships.

Qualifications

• Resident of Ireland.
• 2–3 years experience in practice.
• Proficient in SAGE Accounts Production.
• Proficient in Thesaurus Payroll Package.
• ACCA Accredited.
• Willing to obtain professional qualification.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of accounts.
• Adhere to compliance deadlines.
• Input into and assist with the office work plan.
• Management of multiple jobs ensuring key objectives are delivered timely.
• Dealing with ad-hoc client queries.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Self-motivation

Initiative

Organisation

Tools

SAGE Accounts Production

Thesaurus Payroll Package

Job description

Looking to build your career in a supportive, locally rooted firm?

We are currently seeking to hire a part qualified/qualified accountant to join our team in our Kilkenny office.

For over 53 years, we have built FDC Group’s strength through our local presence. We work closely with clients in our communities, building trusted, long-term relationships that make a real difference to businesses, farms, families, and individuals. Securing futures through cooperative values and innovation.

We deliver full-service, multi-disciplined professional services to more than 35,000 clients across 50+ offices nationwide. Join our team of experts in areas of Accounting, Tax and Legal, Financial Services, Agri-Consultancy, Management Accounting, Advisory, Banking, Audit, and Training and be part of FDC’s continued growth across Ireland.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of accounts
• Adhere to all compliance deadlines
• Input into and assisting with the office work plan
• Management of multiple jobs ensuring the key objectives are delivered as required and in a timely manner
• Dealing with ad-hoc client queries.

Candidate Profile

• Resident of Ireland
• 2 to 3 years experience in practice
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivation and capability of working on your own initiative
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Proficient in the use of SAGE Accounts Production
• Proficient in the use of Thesaurus Payroll Package
• Experience of VAT, PAYE & CT returns
• Committed to obtaining a professional qualification
• ACCA Accredited
• The opportunity to work locally, developing long term client relationships within your community
• Strong support for personal and professional development, including our internal training
• A supportive and inclusive work culture that values collaboration and integrity
• An employee-driven charity fund
• Aviva Care which includes access to digital GP, second medical opinion, bereavement support, family care mental health support, life assurance and PHI cover