Financial Accountant - Newly/Part Qualified

Auto-Boland; Waterford; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Bike to work scheme

Subsidised Gym Membership

Job summary

Auto Boland in Waterford is seeking a Newly/Part Qualified Financial Accountant to support financial management across the group. The role focuses on accurate accounting, timely reporting, and partnering with management to drive profitability.

Based on-site in Waterford, you will oversee key accounting functions, prepare management accounts and budgets, and contribute to strategic financial decision-making within the growing automotive group.

Qualifications

• Newly/Part Qualified Accountant with strong commercial outlook.
• Experience in financial management in a commercial or multi-site environment.
• Ability to improve financial controls and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and management of group financial activities.
• Prepare periodic financial analysis and management reports.
• Collaborate with management and operational teams for daily operations.
• Oversee creditors, debtors, cash flow and reconciliations.
• Assist in monthly management accounts, budgets, forecasts and year-end processes.
• Maintain accurate financial records across dealer management systems.
• Provide financial insight to management and identify efficiencies.

Skills

Strong Excel

Reporting

Analytical skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Commercial mindset

Education

ACCA/ACA/CIMA (Newly/Part Qualified)

Tools

Accounting software packages

Dealer management systems

Job description

Financial Accountant - Newly/Part Qualified

Auto Boland

Location: On site / Waterford, Ireland
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Automotive | General
Annual Salary range:from € 65,000.00 to € 80,000.00

Financial Accountant – Autoboland Group

Are you an Newly/Part Qualified Accountant with a strong commercial outlook, seeking an opportunity to progress your career within a successful and growing automotive group?

Autoboland Group is seeking an ambitious and commercially minded Newly/Part Qualified Accountant to support the financial management and continued development of its business. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to take the next step in their career, with genuine progression potential into a Financial Controller position within the Group.

This is a fully on-site position based in Waterford City, Monday to Friday (five days per week). Applicants should currently reside within a reasonable commuting distance of Waterford City or be willing to relocate to the Waterford area. Please consider this requirement before submitting your application.

Who We Are Seeking

• Part-Qualified or Newly Qualified Accountant – ACCA, ACA or CIMA.
• Proven experience in financial management within a commercial, retail or multi-site environment.
• Strong leadership, organisational and supervisory skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A commercial mindset with the ambition to contribute to business performance, profitability and growth.
• Proficiency in accounting software packages and dealer management systems.
• Strong Excel, reporting and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with management and operational teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the planning, oversight and management of the Group's financial and accounting activities.
• Prepare periodic financial analysis, management reports and performance reviews to support informed business decision-making.
• Work closely with senior management and operational teams to support efficient day-to-day business operations.
• Oversee key accounting functions, including creditors, debtors, cash flow management and reconciliations.
• Support the preparation of monthly management accounts, budgets, forecasts and year-end audit processes.
• Maintain accurate financial, vehicle stock and associated records across the Group's dealer management systems.
• Assist in monitoring departmental performance, margins, rebates, commissions and warranty allocations.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial controls, reporting processes and operational efficiencies.
• Liaise with banks, finance providers, suppliers and manufacturer representatives.
• Provide financial support and commercial insight to management across the Group.
• Undertake ad hoc duties as required to support the evolving needs of the business

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Why Join Autoboland Group?

• Competitive remuneration package, basic salary ranging from €65,000 – €80,000 DOE.
• Clear career progression opportunities, including a pathway to Financial Controller.
• Opportunity to work within an established and growing automotive group.
• On-site parking.
• Bike to work scheme.
• Subsidised Gym Membership