Accounts Technician/Bookkeeper

Topic Newspapers Ltd.; Ireland; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Topic Newspapers Ltd. is seeking an Accounts Technician to support the senior accounting team in Ireland. The successful candidate will assist with financial statement preparation, tax return submissions, bookkeeping, and payroll administration, ensuring high accuracy and compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates should be ATI qualified or pursuing accounting qualifications with 2–3 years of relevant experience. Strong IT skills and attention to detail are essential. An attractive salary package will be offered based on experience.

Qualifications

• ATI qualified or currently pursuing ACCA/CPA/CIMA.
• 2–3 years of similar experience, preferably in a professional practice.
• Exceptional accuracy in data entry and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing financial statements and year-end audit files.
• Prepare VAT returns and assist with tax filings.
• Maintain accurate bookkeeping and monthly/quarterly accounts.
• Process weekly and monthly payroll for clients.
• Serve as a point of contact for client queries.
• Ensure compliance with quality control procedures.
• Update and maintain client data in CRM and accounting software.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Strong IT Skills

Client Liaison

Education

Professional Qualification (Accounting Technician or similar)

Tools

Xero

Sage

Relate

Surf

Job description

Stephens Cooke are recruiting for the position of Accounts Technician. The successful candidate will work closely with the senior accounting team to provide essential financial support and maintain a high standard of accuracy for our client portfolio.

Key Roles & Responsibilities:

• Accounts Preparation: Assist in the preparation of draft financial statements and year-end audit files for a diverse range of clients.

• Taxation Support: Preparation of VAT returns, RCT, and assisting in the collation of data for personal and corporate tax filings.

• Bookkeeping & Management Accounts: Maintain accurate books of prime entry and assist in the production of monthly/quarterly management accounts.

• Payroll Administration: Process weekly and monthly payroll for clients, ensuring compliance with current revenue legislation.

• Client Liaison: Act as a reliable point of contact for clients regarding day-to-day queries on bookkeeping, bank reconciliations, and software support.

• File Management & Compliance: Ensure all client working paper files are maintained to a high standard and comply with internal quality control procedures.

• Systems Management: Updating and maintaining client data within internal CRM and accounting software systems.

Requirements & Qualifications:

• Professional Qualification: Accounting Technician (ATI) qualified or currently pursuing a professional accounting qualification (ACCA/CPA/CIMA).

• Experience: A minimum of 2–3 years’ experience in a similar role, ideally within a fast‑paced professional practice environment.

• IT Skills: Strong proficiency in IT is essential. Previous experience with Relate, Surf, Xero, or Sage will be considered a distinct advantage.

• Attention to Detail: Exceptional accuracy in data entry and financial reporting is a core requirement for this role.

Candidate Profile:

The ideal candidate should be highly organized, self‑motivated, and capable of managing multiple deadlines on their own initiative. Strong communication skills are vital, as you will be expected to build and maintain professional relationships with our clients.

An attractive salary package awaits the successful candidate, commensurate with experience and qualifications.