Senior Accountant (Practice)

GPC Finance; Leinster; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension contribution

20 days annual leave

Early finish fridays

Ongoing professional development

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Regular firm social events

Modern collaborative office facilities

Job summary

GPC Finance in Trim, Ireland is looking for a Senior Accountant to manage a diverse portfolio and ensure compliance with financial reporting and tax obligations. The ideal candidate will be a fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA), with at least one year of post-qualification experience. Offering a competitive salary of €50,000 – €60,000, flexible hybrid work model, and opportunities for professional advancement, this role is suited for candidates seeking long-term growth in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-year post-qualification experience within a professional practice environment.
• Strong technical grounding in Irish GAAP with solid familiarity in FRS 102.
• Experience mentoring junior colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Manage client portfolio, preparing management accounts, financial statements, and tax filings.
• Provide advisory support and build strong client relationships.
• Mentor and support junior colleagues through coaching and knowledge sharing.

Skills

Organised

Detail-focused

Experience supervising junior members

Proficient in accounting software

Understanding of Irish tax compliance

Education

Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent)

Minimum 1-year post-qualification experience

Tools

Surf Accounts

Sage

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our client, a mid-tier accounting practice in Trim provides high-quality audit, advisory and accounting services to a wide range of clients. This Senior Accountant role offers the chance to join a collaborative, growth-focused team with strong opportunities for professional development and career progression. 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 1-year post-qualification experience within a 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.
• Highly organised, detail-focused, and comfortable working independently to meet deadlines.
• Proficient in accounting software (e.g., Surf Accounts, Sage) and Microsoft Office.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive Salary: €50,000 – €60,000 DOE
• Pension contribution
• 20 days annual leave
• Hybrid working model offering flexibility and balance between in-office collaboration and remote work
• Early finish fridays
• Ongoing professional development—perfect for a motivated Senior Accountant seeking long-term growth
• Clear and structured career progression pathways
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), wellbeing initiatives, optional wellness workshops, and a people-focused 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 [phone] 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.