Assistant Accountant

Morgan McKinley; Cork; On-site; EUR 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan McKinley is assisting a premier professional services firm in Cork to recruit an Assistant Accountant. The role is full-time, permanent, reporting to the Manager and handling a varied SME client portfolio, with ACA/ACCA qualification or part-qualified status and 3+ years' practice experience.

You will prepare year-end statutory accounts, management accounts, VAT returns, and reconciliations, liaise with clients, and work with tax/advisory/audit teams, leveraging cloud accounting and

Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA qualified or part-qualified.
• 3+ years' experience in a small-to-medium Irish accounting practice.
• Experience preparing statutory accounts from start to finish and VAT knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Prepare year-end statutory accounts from start to finish for a broad client base.
• Assist in preparing regular management accounts, budgets, and financial forecasts.
• Prepare and review VAT returns, ensuring accuracy and compliance with deadlines.
• Perform bank, debtor, and creditor reconciliations to maintain robust records.
• Serve as a daily contact for routine client queries and build client relationships.
• Work with tax, advisory, and audit teams to deliver high-quality solutions.
• Leverage cloud accounting software to streamline service delivery.

Skills

Professional communication

Team player

Multi-tasking

Client relations

Education

ACA/ACCA qualified or Part-qualified

Tools

Cloud accounting software

Job description

Newly Qualified / Part Qualified Accountant

Location: Cork Position: Full-time, Permanent Start Date: As soon as possible

About the Opportunity

Are you a proactive, ambitious accounting professional looking to take the next step in your practice career?

We are acting on behalf of a premier, award-winning professional services firm to recruit an Assistant Accountant for their dynamic team in Cork. Known for their collaborative culture, exceptional client care, and commitment to personal development, this firm offers an environment where your ambition is matched with genuine growth, tailored mentorship, and full study support.

As Assistant Accountant, you will join as the key 'number two' to the Manager, looking after of a varied portfolio of SME and owner-managed business clients across diverse sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare year-end statutory accounts from start to finish for a broad client base.
• Assist in preparing regular management accounts, budgets, and financial forecasts.
• Prepare and review VAT returns, ensuring full accuracy and compliance with statutory deadlines.
• Perform comprehensive bank, debtor, and creditor reconciliations to maintain robust financial records.
• Serve as a trusted daily point of contact for routine client queries, building strong, lasting professional relationships.
• Work closely with colleagues across tax, advisory, and audit teams to deliver efficient, high-quality client solutions.
• Leverage cloud accounting software to streamline service delivery and identify value-add advisory opportunities for clients.

What We Are Looking For

• ACA / ACCA qualified or part-qualified.
• 3+ years' experience within a small-to-medium Irish accounting practice.
• Experience preparing statutory accounts from start to finish, strong bookkeeping and VAT knowledge.
• Professional communication style.
• A self-motivated team player capable of managing multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.