Senior Accountant

Amicus Recruitment; Kildare; Hybrid; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work From Home

Hybrid work

Competitive remuneration

Job summary

Amicus Recruitment is seeking a Qualified Senior Accountant for a leading accountancy firm in Kildare. The role involves preparing financial statements, tax computations, and managing client portfolios with a focus on owner-managed businesses.

The ideal candidate will hold ACA/ACCA/CPA or equivalent, with 3–4 years PQE, strong Excel skills, and audit experience. Hybrid working in Naas, Co. Kildare, with progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA/CPA or equivalent qualification.
• 3–4 years post-qualification experience in Irish accountancy practice.
• Experience preparing financial statements for audit-exempt entities.
• Strong IT skills and Excel proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review annual financial statements for audit-exempt companies and owner-managed businesses.
• Prepare and review corporation tax and income tax computations and returns.
• Manage client assignments from receipt of information to completion.
• Supervise trainee and part-qualified accountants.
• Assist with audit assignments and contribute to process improvements.

Skills

ACCA/ACA/CPA

PQE 3-4 yrs

Financial statements

Tax compliance

Client liaison

Advanced Excel

Staff supervision

Audit experience

Education

ACCA/ACA/CPA qualification

Tools

Accounting software

Practice management software

Job description

Job Description

We are currently hiring for a leading accountancy firm based in Kildare. They offer various financial services such as accounts, payroll management, audits and business advisory so if you are an accountant eager for diversity and multiplicity this is the role for you. Our client is one of the largest and most successful accountancy and business advisory practices in County Kildare. With a professional team of over 20 people, they offer the specialized expertise usually reserved for "Big 4" firms but with the personal, relationship-driven culture of a local practice. Due to continued growth in their client base, they are seeking a Qualified Senior Accountant to join their team. Key Responsibilities: Prepare and review annual financial statements for audit-exempt companies, sole traders and owner-managed businesses. Prepare and review corporation tax and income tax computations and returns. Manage client assignments from receipt of information through to completion. Liaise directly with clients to obtain information, resolve queries and progress work. Identify accounting, taxation and commercial issues arising during assignments. Assist Senior Managers with the management of client portfolios and filing deadlines. Supervise and support trainee and part-qualified accountants. Ensure work is completed accurately, efficiently and within agreed budgets and deadlines. Contribute to improving and standardising the firms accounting and tax processes. Assist with audit assignments where required. The ideal candidate will have: ACA, ACCA, CPA or equivalent professional qualification. Ideally three to four years post-qualification experience in an Irish accountancy practice. Strong experience preparing financial statements for audit-exempt companies and sole traders. Good knowledge of Irish corporation tax and income tax compliance. Experience managing assignments and dealing directly with owner-managed business clients. The ability to supervise and support junior staff. Strong organisational, communication and client-service skills. Strong IT skills, including a high level of competence in Excel, and the ability to use accounting and practice management software effectively. A practical, commercially aware and solutions focused approach. Good audit experience would be a distinct advantage but is not essential. The roles offers: Exposure to a broad portfolio of owner-managed businesses. The opportunity to work closely with experienced Senior Managers. Responsibility for managing assignments and developing client relationships. Involvement in the continued improvement of the firms systems and processes. Opportunities for professional development and progression within the firm. A competitive remuneration package reflecting experience and capability. Location: Naas, Co. Kildare, with hybrid working available. A regular office presence will be required to support collaboration, training and team development. Benefits: Work From Home TPBN1_IJ