Senior Accountant

GPC Finance; Dublin; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension contribution

Ongoing professional development

People-focused culture

Regular firm social events

Modern office facilities

Job summary

An established accounting practice in South Dublin is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to manage a diverse client portfolio. This role involves delivering accurate financial reporting, tax compliance, and advisory support. The ideal candidate will be a fully qualified accountant with at least 5 years of experience and strong technical knowledge in Irish GAAP. The position offers a competitive salary between €70,000 and €80,000, hybrid working options, and opportunities for professional development and career progression.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years post-qualification experience in a professional practice.
• Experience supervising or mentoring junior colleagues is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage preparation of financial statements and tax filings.
• Provide high-quality accounting and advisory support to clients.
• Prepare and review tax returns ensuring compliance.

Skills

Irish GAAP knowledge

Tax compliance understanding

Proficient in QuickBooks

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Education

Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our client, an established accounting practice based in South Dublin is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join their team. This Senior Accountant role offers the chance to join a collaborative, growth‑focused team with a clear pathway to Partner level. As a Senior Accountant, you will manage a diverse client portfolio while delivering accurate financial reporting, tax compliance, and advisory support.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied portfolio of clients, overseeing the preparation of management accounts, financial statements, and tax filings in line with statutory and firm standards as a Senior Accountant.
• Provide high‑quality accounting, compliance, and advisory support while building strong client relationships and delivering clear, commercially focused financial insights.
• Prepare and review tax returns for both individuals and companies, ensuring full compliance and offering practical, solution‑driven advice.
• Mentor and support junior colleagues through coaching, feedback, and knowledge sharing, contributing to efficient internal processes and consistent service delivery expected of a Senior Accountant.

Requirements

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent), ideally with experience operating at Senior Accountant level.
• Minimum 5 year post‑qualification experience within a small – medium professional practice environment.
• Strong technical grounding in Irish GAAP with solid familiarity in FRS 102.
• Strong understanding of Irish tax compliance for individuals and companies.
• Experience supervising or mentoring junior team members desired.
• Highly organised, detail‑focused, and comfortable working independently to meet deadlines.
• Proficient in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks) and Microsoft Office.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive Salary: €70,000 – €80,000 DOE
• Pension contribution
• Hybrid working model pending successful probation offering flexibility and balance between in‑office collaboration and remote work
• Ongoing professional development—perfect for a motivated Senior Accountant seeking long‑term growth and development opportunities
• Clear and structured career progression pathway, with mentoring from experienced leaders and opportunities to take on increased responsibility
• People focussed culture
• Regular firm social events
• Modern, collaborative office facilities

If you are a Senior Accountant considering a career move, please send your CV or contact Katie McMahon for a confidential discussion. If this opportunity isn’t the right fit but you are exploring new roles, we would be delighted to speak with you about other options.

GPC Finance will not send any applicant CVs to clients without prior discussion and full consent. All conversations are held in the strictest confidence.