Qualified Accountant-Waterford

Brightwater Recruitment; Waterford; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Professional subscriptions paid

20 days holidays

Job summary

Brightwater Recruitment is assisting a well-established accountancy practice in Waterford in recruiting a Qualified Accountant. You will oversee a portfolio of clients, supervise accounts preparation, and deliver financial reporting and compliance from start to finish, with direct client exposure and opportunities to advise on business issues.

You will mentor junior staff, review work, and contribute to ongoing development of the team.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with ACA/ACCA/CPA.
• Minimum 2 years PQE in Irish accounting practice.
• Strong experience in accounts preparation and financial statements.
• Experience managing a portfolio of clients and meeting deadlines.
• Solid knowledge of FRS 102 and VAT/RCT compliance.
• Excellent attention to detail and client communication.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients across sectors and handle day-to-day accounting.
• Build relationships with clients and communicate reporting deadlines.
• Prepare and review annual accounts and financial statements.
• Complete files from start to finish within deadlines.
• Prepare audit-exempt financial statements and working papers.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly management accounts and month-end close.
• Submit VAT and RCT returns by deadlines.
• Review work of junior staff and provide feedback.
• Mentor and develop junior team members.

Skills

Accounts preparation

Financial reporting

VAT knowledge

Client relationship management

Attention to detail

Time management

Mentoring junior staff

Education

ACA/ACCA/CPA qualified

Job description

About the Company

My client is a well-established and progressive accountancy practice based in County Waterford, with a strong reputation for providing high-quality accounting, audit, tax and advisory services to a diverse client base.

As the firm continues to grow, they are looking to recruit a Qualified Accountant to join their team. The practice works with a broad range of national and local clients across various industries, offering an interesting and varied portfolio of assignments.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced practice accountant seeking greater responsibility, increased client exposure and the opportunity to develop their career within a supportive environment. The successful candidate will play an important role in managing client assignments, building long-term relationships and supporting the development of junior team members.

About the Position

The successful candidate will take responsibility for a portfolio of clients, overseeing accounts preparation, financial reporting and compliance assignments from start to finish. Working closely with clients and colleagues, you will ensure work is delivered accurately, efficiently and within agreed deadlines.

The role offers significant client interaction, with the opportunity to provide practical accounting advice, develop an in-depth understanding of clients' businesses and contribute to the delivery of a high-quality service. You will also assist with reviewing work, mentoring junior staff and supporting the ongoing development of the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients across a variety of sectors, acting as a key point of contact for day-to-day accounting and compliance queries.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, communicating regularly regarding accounts, reporting, deadlines and outstanding information.
• Prepare and review annual accounts and financial statements for a range of clients.
• Complete accounts files from start to finish, ensuring assignments are completed accurately, efficiently and within agreed deadlines.
• Prepare audit-exempt financial statements and supporting working papers.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly management accounts, including month-end close, analysis and reporting.
• Prepare and submit VAT, RCT and other relevant tax returns within statutory deadlines.
• Assist with year-end processes, including reconciliations, schedules and preparation of supporting documentation.
• Review bookkeeping and accounting records and ensure transactions are appropriately recorded and supported.
• Provide accounting and technical support to clients, helping them resolve queries and improve their financial reporting processes.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and provide more efficient outsourcing solutions to clients.
• Review work completed by junior accountants and provide constructive feedback to ensure a high standard of work.
• Mentor and support junior members of the team, assisting with their technical development and providing guidance on client assignments.
• Assist with the training and development of new and existing team members.

Experience & Requirements

• ACA, ACCA or CPA qualified.
• At least 2 years PQE working within an Irish accountancy practice environment.
• Strong experience in accounts preparation and financial statement preparation.
• Experience managing a portfolio of clients and working to multiple deadlines.
• Good knowledge and practical understanding of FRS 102.
• Strong understanding of VAT, RCT and general accounting compliance requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail with a strong focus on accuracy and quality.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop effective relationships with clients.
• Confident communicating with clients and explaining accounting information clearly.
• Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively to a wider team.
• Experience reviewing the work of junior staff and/or mentoring team members would be advantageous.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Commitment to professional development and delivering a high standard of service to clients.

Salary and Benefits

• Salary- €60,000-€65,000
• Free parking
• Professional subscriptions paid
• 20 days holidays