Financial Accountant

Sigmar Recruitment; Dublin; Remote; EUR 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12‑month maternity cover

Full-time hours with remote work after

Flexible scheduling during maternity

Remote work after handover

End-to-end accounting ownership

Job summary

Sigmar Recruitment is assisting an Ireland-based business to recruit a Financial Accountant on a 12-month maternity cover basis. The role is largely remote after an initial handover, with ownership of the day-to-day accounting functions.

The successful candidate will manage the general ledger, prepare monthly management accounts, and handle VAT returns via ROS, while supporting year-end audits and maintaining strong internal controls.

Qualifications

• Recognised accounting qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent.
• Approximately 2–4 years relevant accounting experience.
• Practical experience preparing Irish VAT returns and working with ROS.
• Ability to self‑manage, work autonomously and deliver to agreed timelines.
• Strong communication skills with a proactive, hands‑on approach.
• Adaptable, detail‑focused and comfortable working in a small, agile business.

Responsibilities

• Manage the general ledger and daily financial accounting activities.
• Prepare monthly management accounts, reconciliations and financial reports.
• Prepare and submit Irish VAT returns and other required filings through ROS.
• Support year-end accounts, audits and liaison with external advisers.
• Maintain accurate financial records and strong internal controls.
• Provide clear updates on upcoming deadlines, priorities and any issues or risks.

Skills

ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent

Irish VAT returns

ROS experience

Self-management

Strong communication

Detail-oriented

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent

Job description

Financial Accountant | 12-Month Maternity Cover | REMOTE

About The Company

Joina small, collaborative business where you can truly own the finance function and make a visible impact. Based in Ireland, the company offers a supportive, flexible environment with the ability to work largely remotely once you have completed an initial handover period.

The team values trust, autonomy and clear communication, and encourages people to bring ideas, streamline processes and continuously improve how things are done. You will be joining a business that appreciates expertise, respects work-life balance and gives you the space to do your best work.

About the Role

As the Financial Accountant, you will be responsible for the day-to-day accounting operations and ensuring accurate, timely financial reporting and statutory filings. This is a hands‑on role with real ownership of the accounting activities.

• Manage the general ledger and daily financial accounting activities.
• Prepare monthly management accounts, reconciliations and financial reports.
• Prepare and submit Irish VAT returns and other required filings through ROS.
• Support year-end accounts, audits and liaison with external advisers.
• Maintain accurate financial records and strong internal controls.
• Provide clear updates on upcoming deadlines, priorities and any issues or risks.

What you need

The ideal candidate is an experienced, qualified accountant who is comfortable working independently, managing deadlines and taking full ownership of the finance function.

• Recognised accounting qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent.
• Approximately 2–4 years relevant accounting experience.
• Practical experience preparing Irish VAT returns and working with ROS.
• Ability to self‑manage, work autonomously and deliver to agreed timelines.
• Strong communication skills with a proactive, hands‑on approach.
• Adaptable, detail‑focused and comfortable working in a small, agile business.

What's on offer

This role is designed to support both professional growth and work-life balance.

• 12‑month maternity cover contract.
• Full‑time hours of 40 hours per week, with part‑time options of at least 32 hours considered.
• Flexible scheduling, with the ability to spread your hours across four or five days.
• Largely remote working following the initial handover period.
• A varied, end‑to‑end role with genuine ownership of the accounting function.

What’s Next

If you’re a qualified financial accountant looking for a flexible role with real ownership,