Bookkeeper and Accounts Administrator

SGS; Wicklow; On-site; EUR 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus Scheme

Job summary

SGS is seeking a Bookkeeper and Accounts Administrator in Ireland. You will manage day-to-day bookkeeping, VAT compliance, and stock control while liaising with procurement and supporting SGS reporting. Proficiency in SAGE, RGC CRM, and MS Office is required for accurate financial processing.

Ideal candidates have ATI Level 4/5 or equivalent, 2–3 years’ experience, and strong attention to detail. A valid work permit for Ireland is mandatory.

Qualifications

• ATI Level 4/5 or equivalent bookkeeping certification.
• 2–3 years' relevant experience in bookkeeping or accounts administration.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial record-keeping.
• Proficient in maintaining accurate financial records and processing transactions.
• Able to manage time and multi-task with a flexible work ethic.
• Excellent communication with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day bookkeeping including sales/purchase ledgers and VAT/intra-EU compliance.
• Liaise with procurement and assist with SGS reporting.
• Input data, and report on SAGE and RGC CRM systems.
• Maintain MS Office documents and spreadsheets.
• Record and analyse timesheets; prepare monthly and quarterly reporting for management.
• Manage stock control including month-end stock reports.
• Assist the company accountant with additional duties.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Team player

Self-starter

Communication

Stakeholder management

Financial record-keeping

Education

ATI Level 4/5 or bookkeeping certification

Tools

SAGE

RGC CRM

MS Office

Excel

Outlook

Teams

Word

Job description

We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world. Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability.

SGS’s Industries and Environment services help businesses ensure safety, sustainability, and compliance through testing, inspection, certification, and consulting—supporting sectors from manufacturing to infrastructure and environmental management.

Job Description

Role Overview:

• Job Title:Bookkeeper and Accounts Administrator
• Job Type: Permanent

Overview of Role:

• Perform day to day Bookkeeping duties to include Sales/Purchase Ledger, VAT Regulations / Intra-EU, Import,
• Export and Vat rules
• Liaising with Procurement
• Assisting with SGS reporting as required on periodical basis
• Perform data input, reporting and analysis of SAGE and RGC CRM systems
• Competent use of MS Office – Word / Excel as required
• Maintain and record analysis of RGC Timesheets and preparation of monthly and quarterly reporting for
• Management
• Processing expense claims
• Management of stock control – consisting of stock spot check, Month End Stock report
• Assisting the company accountant as required with additional duties

Qualifications

• Accounting Technician Ireland (ATI) Level 4/5 qualification or a recognised Bookkeeping certification.
• 2-3 years' relevant experience in bookkeeping, accounts administration, or a similar finance role.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial record-keeping.
• Proficient in maintaining accurate financial records and processing financial transactions.
• Team player, contributes positively to the achievement of the team objectives
• Self-starter, detail oriented, extremely well organised, and able to manage time and multi-task
• Strong work ethic and flexibility
• Ability to deal with stakeholders in a professional and courteous manner
• Strong PC skills including Excel, MS Office: Outlook, Teams, Word

To be considered for this role, you must hold a valid and eligible work permit or visa that authorizes you to work in Ireland.

Additional Information

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

At SGS, we believe in rewarding our employees for their hard work and commitment. As part of our team, you would be eligible for:

• Annual Bonus Scheme

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.