Senior Accountant

Xeinadin; Kilkenny; Hybrid; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension Scheme

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Life Assurance x4 annual salary

Enhanced family leave policies

Enhanced Company Sick Pay

Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7

Corporate Discounts Platform

Job summary

Xeinadin Kilkenny is seeking an ambitious Senior Accountant to join our high-performing team. You will lead in statutory reporting, tax compliance, and client management, while mentoring junior staff and contributing to firm processes.

The ideal candidate is fully qualified (ACA/ACCA/CPA or equivalent) with 2–3 years in practice, strong Irish GAAP knowledge, and a client-focused mindset. This hybrid role offers career development and a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CPA or equivalent).
• 2–3 years post-qualification experience in a practice environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of Irish accounting standards and tax compliance.
• Experience in leading audits and managing client portfolios.
• Proficiency in Relate, Surf, Sage, QuickBooks, Xero.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Build strong relationships with new and established clients.
• Prepare and review statutory financial statements in line with Irish GAAP (FRS 102, FRS 105).
• Ensure compliance with Companies Act 2014 and other regulations.
• Prepare and review management accounts, budgets and forecasts.
• Oversee preparation and review of corporation tax and income tax returns.
• Advise clients on VAT, PAYE and other compliance matters.
• Liaise with Revenue Commissioners on client queries and compliance.
• Supervise, mentor and review junior staff and trainees.
• Provide training and technical support as required.
• Contribute to development of firm procedures and best practices.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

ACA/ACCA/CPA or equivalent

Tools

Relate

Surf

Sage

QuickBooks

Xero

Job description

Vacancy Name Senior Accountant

Vacancy No VN2432

Employment Type Permanent

Duration NA

Location City Kilkenny

Location Country Ireland

Company Description Xeinadin was established in 2019 when a number of leading business advisory and accountancy practices across the UK and Ireland came together to re-imagine the future of accountancy. Our collective mission to provide locally forged, trusted business advice to SMEs through forward-thinking, close-knit relationships remains pivotal to our growth. It's our people who drive our business forward, and we offer them future-focused career opportunities whilst supporting individual specialisms. Our regional offices of over 3000 colleagues operate collaboratively, combining collective expertise to maximise potential.

Description Our Kilkenny office is expanding and we are looking for an ambitious qualified accountant to join this high performing team. As Senior Accountant, you will play a pivotal role in driving the continued growth of the business.

Key Responsibilities

We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Accountant who has exposure to working in a practicing firm, responsibilities will include:

• Building strong relationships with new and established clients
• Preparation and review of statutory financial statements in accordance with Irish GAAP (FRS 102, FRS 105).
• Ensure compliance with Companies Act 2014 and other relevant regulations.
• Preparation and review of management accounts, budgets, and forecasts.
• Oversee preparation and review of corporation tax and income tax returns.
• Advise clients on VAT, PAYE, and other compliance matters.
• Liaise with Revenue Commissioners on client queries and compliance issues.
• Supervise, mentor, and review the work of junior staff and trainees.
• Provide training and technical support as required.
• Contribute to the development of firm procedures and best practices.

Key Requirements

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent).
• Minimum 2/3 years’ post-qualification experience in a practice environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of Irish accounting standards and tax compliance.
• Experience in leading audits and managing client portfolios.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g. Relate, Surf, Sage, QuickBooks, Xero).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability with attention to detail.

Model Hybrid

Salary Competitive

Benefits

• Company Pension Scheme
• 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays
• Additional annual leave days from certain levels of seniority
• Ability to buy up to 5 days of annual leave to reach a maximum of 30 days per annum
• Business closure over Christmas*
• Life Assurance x4 annual salary
• Enhanced family leave policies
• Enhanced Company Sick Pay
• Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 support, free and confidential
• Corporate Discounts Platform

Flexible Benefits platform with ability to opt-in to various insurances (level of seniority dependent & self-funded at corporate rates) such as:

• Critical Illness Cover
• Cash plan
• Cycle to work
• Eye care
• Dental
• subject to exceptions and business needs