Assistant Accountant — Fast-Paced FMCG Finance (Part-Qualified)

Armont Recruitment; Leinster; On-site; EUR 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Armont Recruitment is partnering with a well-established organisation in the FMCG and retail sector, seeking an Assistant Accountant to join their Meath finance team. Reporting to the Financial Controller, the role offers broad exposure to month-end reporting, reconciliations, budgeting and audits.

The ideal candidate is part-qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA/IATI or equivalent) with at least two years' experience, strong Excel skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Part Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent) with 2+ years in accounting.
• Access to personal transport.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with monthly management accounts and financial reporting.
• Perform month-end reconciliations, including intercompany balances.
• Prepare accruals, prepayments and fixed asset schedules.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.
• Assist with audit prep, statutory accounts and liaise with auditors.
• Maintain nominal ledger, including journal postings and reviews.
• Produce ad-hoc financial reports and support process improvements.
• Provide support across Accounts Payable/Receivable and wider finance team.

Skills

Attention to detail

Integrity

Dependability

Organised

Advanced Excel

Team player

Independent worker

Education

Part Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, IATI or equivalent)

Tools

ERP systems

Accounting software

Job description

Armont Recruitment is partnering with a well-established organisation in the FMCG and retail sector, seeking an Assistant Accountant to join their Meath finance team. Reporting to the Financial Controller, the role offers broad exposure to month-end reporting, reconciliations, budgeting and audits.

The ideal candidate is part-qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA/IATI or equivalent) with at least two years' experience, strong Excel skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.