Bookkeeper

Arcon Recruitment Services; Castlebar, Westport; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Arcon Recruitment Services is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper in Castlebar, Co. Mayo, to manage day-to-day financial records and support accounts payable/receivable, VAT, and payroll duties as needed.

The role suits someone with strong Excel skills and attention to detail working in a dynamic finance function. The successful candidate will have bookkeeping experience, good accounting knowledge and the ability to handle a varied workload while ensuring accurate financial reporting for

Qualifications

• Previous bookkeeping or accounts experience.
• Experience in an Accounts Assistant, Bookkeeper, Accounts Administrator or similar position.
• Good understanding of bookkeeping and accounting procedures.
• Experience with accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Strong bank reconciliation experience.
• Good Microsoft Excel and IT skills.
• Payroll experience would be beneficial.
• Excellent numerical accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage deadlines.
• An Accounting Technician or bookkeeping qualification would be advantageous, but relevant practical experience will be equally valued.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate day-to-day financial records.
• Process purchase and sales invoices.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Bank reconciliations.
• Supplier and customer account reconciliations.
• Process payments and receipts.
• Maintain purchase and sales ledgers.
• Assist with VAT returns.
• Payroll processing and administration where required.
• Credit control and follow-up of outstanding accounts.
• Maintain accurate records within the accounting system.
• Assist with month-end and year-end accounts preparation.
• Prepare financial information and reports for management.
• Liaise with suppliers, customers and external accountants where required.
• General finance and administrative duties.

Skills

Bank reconciliations

Excel skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

Accounting Technician qualification

Tools

Sage or similar

Job description

Bookkeeper - Castlebar, Co. Mayo

Location: Castlebar, Co. Mayo
Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Sector: Accounting & Finance

Arcon Recruitment is currently recruiting for an experienced Bookkeeper on behalf of an established client based in Castlebar, Co. Mayo.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Bookkeeper, Accounts Assistant or Accounts Administrator who enjoys taking responsibility for the day-to-day financial records of a business.

The successful candidate will have good bookkeeping and accounting knowledge, excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage a varied workload.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate day-to-day financial records


• Process purchase and sales invoices


• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable


• Bank reconciliations


• Supplier and customer account reconciliations


• Process payments and receipts


• Maintain purchase and sales ledgers


• Assist with VAT returns


• Payroll processing and administration where required


• Credit control and follow-up of outstanding accounts


• Maintain accurate records within the accounting system


• Assist with month-end and year-end accounts preparation


• Prepare financial information and reports for management


• Liaise with suppliers, customers and external accountants where required


• General finance and administrative duties

Candidate Requirements

• Previous bookkeeping or accounts experience


• Experience in an Accounts Assistant, Bookkeeper, Accounts Administrator or similar position


• Good understanding of bookkeeping and accounting procedures


• Experience with accounts payable and accounts receivable


• Strong bank reconciliation experience


• Good Microsoft Excel and IT skills


• Experience with Sage or similar accounting software would be an advantage


• Payroll experience would be beneficial


• Excellent numerical accuracy and attention to detail


• Strong organisational skills


• Ability to work independently and manage deadlines

An Accounting Technician or bookkeeping qualification would be advantageous, but relevant practical experience will be equally valued.

Bookkeeper Jobs in Castlebar

This position may suit an experienced Bookkeeper or Accounts Assistant currently working in Castlebar or elsewhere in County Mayo who is looking for a new permanent opportunity.

It may also suit someone with broad accounts administration experience who is comfortable managing bookkeeping duties and supporting the wider finance function.

Commutable From

The Castlebar location is easily accessible for candidates based in:

Westport, Ballinrobe, Claremorris, Balla, Newport, Foxford, Swinford, Ballyhaunis and surrounding areas of County Mayo.

More Accounting & Finance Jobs

If this particular position isn’t right for you, you can view our other opportunities within accounting and finance.

View the latest Accounting & Finance Jobs with Arcon Recruitment:
https://arconrecruitment.com/accounting-jobs/

We regularly recruit for Bookkeeper, Accounts Assistant, Accounts Administrator, Accountant, Payroll, Financial Controller and Finance Manager positions across Mayo and the West of Ireland.