Accounts Technician

Airport Staff; Ashbourne; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Paid study leave

Paid exam leave

Paid exam fees

Annual salary reviews

Paid annual memberships

Early finish on Fridays

Complimentary fresh fruit

Additional annual leave

Job summary

Airport Staff in Ashbourne, Republic of Ireland, seeks an Accounts Technician to join a busy practice. You will prepare working papers and financial statements, manage client accounts, and file VAT, VAT RTD, and RCT returns, including draft year‑end files and bank reconciliations.

The role requires at least 3 years’ experience, an Accounting Technician or IPASS qualification, and strong Excel and Sage Accounts skills, plus excellent communication and organizational abilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role within a busy accountancy practice.
• Accounting Technician Certification or IPASS qualification.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to prepare accounts to trial balance.
• Ability to work under time pressure and manage workload independently.
• Proficient in Excel and Sage Accounts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare working papers and financial statements per procedures.
• Manage client accounts, typically quarterly or bi-annually.
• Prepare, complete, and file VAT, VAT RTD, and RCT returns.
• Prepare draft year-end files.
• Perform bank reconciliations.
• Address and resolve client queries effectively.
• Work independently or as part of a team with minimal supervision.
• Undertake other ad hoc duties as required by the business.

Skills

3+ years accounting experience

Communication

Time management

Education

Accounting Technician Certification

IPASS qualification

Tools

Sage Accounts

Accounts Production software

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Accounts Technician (65884) Ashbourne, Republic of Ireland

Salary: EUR40000 - EUR45000 per annum + Bonus, Additional AL

Our client is seeking a skilled and motivated Accounting Technician to join their team. The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar role within a busy accountancy firm and will be responsible for preparing financial statements, managing accounts, and handling client queries. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a self-driven individual.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare working papers and financial statements in accordance with relevant procedures and standards.
• Manage accounts for specific clients, typically on a quarterly or bi-annual basis.
• Prepare, complete, and file VAT, VAT RTD, and RCT returns.
• Prepare draft year-end files.
• Perform bank reconciliations.
• Address and resolve client queries effectively.
• Work independently or as part of a team with minimal supervision.
• Undertake other ad hoc duties and tasks as required by the business.

Key Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role within a busy accountancy practice.
• Certification as an Accounting Technician or IPASS qualification.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Must be able to prepare accounts to trial balance.
• Self-motivated with the ability to take ownership of tasks and manage workload independently.
• Ability to work under time pressure and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with at least intermediate Excel skills.
• Experience with Sage Accounts and Accounts Production software (e.g., CCH or similar).
• Competitive remuneration package
• Company Bonus scheme
• Paid study + Exam leave
• Paid exam fees
• Annual salary reviews
• Paid annual memberships
• Early finish on Fridays
• Complimentary fresh fruit
• Additional annual leave
• Other additional benefits