Financial Accountant

Sonas Nursing Homes; Cork; Hybrid; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursing home group in County Cork is seeking a proactive Financial Accountant to manage financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance. The ideal candidate will have significant experience and qualifications in accounting, along with strong knowledge of Irish accounting standards. This role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to work in a supportive environment with hybrid work options.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Opportunity to impact financial operations

Hybrid work options

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in accounting or finance.
• Strong knowledge of Irish GAAP, IFRS, and tax regulations.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Conduct variance analysis and provide actionable insights.
• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial planning.
• Maintain the general ledger and oversee month-end/year-end processes.
• Ensure compliance with Irish accounting standards, tax laws, and audit requirements.
• Support process improvements and financial system enhancements.

Skills

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Variance analysis

Compliance

Analytical skills

Education

ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or CPA qualification

Tools

Sage

ERP systems

Job description

About Us

Ethos Care, now including the Sonas Nursing Home Group, operates a network of nursing homes across Ireland, committed to delivering exceptional care for our residents. We’re growing our team in Cork and looking for a proactive, detail-oriented Financial Accountant to support our finance operations and help our nursing homes thrive.

The Role

As a Financial Accountant, you’ll manage financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance, working closely with the Head of Finance. Your insights and analysis will help guide decision-making and improve financial performance across our homes.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Conduct variance analysis and provide actionable insights.
• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial planning.
• Maintain the general ledger and oversee month-end/year-end processes.
• Ensure compliance with Irish accounting standards, tax laws, and audit requirements.
• Support process improvements and financial system enhancements.

What We’re Looking For

• ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or CPA qualified with 3+ years’ experience in accounting or finance.
• Strong knowledge of Irish GAAP, IFRS, and tax regulations.
• Proficiency in accounting software (Sage preferred; ERP systems acceptable).
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Why Join Us

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Opportunity to make a real impact on financial operations in a caring, supportive environment.
• Hybrid work options available.

Bring your expertise and help us continue to provide best-in-class care for our residents. Apply today!