Senior Accountant – Top 20 Practice

GPC Finance; Cork; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Contribution

Professional development

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Travel saver scheme

Regular firm social events

Job summary

A leading accounting practice in County Cork is seeking a Senior Accountant to manage client portfolios and deliver high-quality accounting services. The position requires a fully qualified accountant with at least one year of post-qualification experience and strong knowledge of Irish GAAP and tax compliance. The firm offers a competitive salary ranging from €65,000 to €70,000, a hybrid working model, and opportunities for professional development and career progression. Employees are supported through various wellbeing initiatives and a collaborative office environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year post-qualification experience in a professional practice.
• Solid understanding of Irish tax compliance for individuals and companies.
• Experience supervising or mentoring junior colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied portfolio of clients and prepare management accounts.
• Provide high-quality accounting and advisory services.
• Prepare and review tax returns for compliance.

Skills

Irish GAAP

Tax compliance

Supervision/mentoring

Accounting software proficiency

Detail-oriented

Education

Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent)

Tools

Surf Accounts

Sage

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our client is a Top 20 accounting practice with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality audit, tax, advisory, and outsourced accounting services to clients throughout Ireland and internationally. The firm supports a diverse portfolio, including owner-managed businesses, SMEs, professional partnerships, and expanding international companies establishing operations in Ireland.
ThisSenior Accountantposition offers the opportunity to join a collaborative and supportive team where professional growth, client service excellence, and continuous development are central to the firm’s culture.

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 aSenior Accountant.
• Provide high-quality accounting, compliance, and advisory services while maintaining strong client relationships and delivering clear financial insights.
• Prepare and review tax returns for individuals and companies, supporting broader compliance requirements and offering practical guidance.
• Support junior colleagues through coaching and feedback, contributing to efficient internal processes and consistent service delivery in line with the expectations of aSenior Accountant.

Requirements

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent), ideally with experience operating atSenior Accountantlevel.
• Minimum 1 year post-qualification experience within a professional practice environment.
• Strong technical grounding in Irish GAAP with familiarity in FRS 102.
• Solid understanding of Irish tax compliance for both individuals and companies.
• Experience supervising or mentoring junior colleagues.
• Highly organised, detail-focused, and comfortable working independently to deadlines.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Surf Accounts, Sage) and Microsoft Office.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive Salary: €65,000 – €70,000 DOE
• Pension Contribution
• Hybrid model offering a balance between in-office collaboration and remote working, with flexibility to support work–life balance.
• Professional development – for a motivatedSenior Accountantseeking long-term development.
• Career progression: – Clear and structured pathways for advancement, mentoring from experienced leaders, and opportunities to take on increased responsibility within a growing practice.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), wellbeing initiatives, optional wellness workshops, and a supportive, people-focused culture.
• Travel saver scheme
• Regular firm social events
• Access to an international professional network,
• Modern office facilities designed to support collaborative working.

If you are aSenior Accountantconsidering a career move, please feel to send your CVor contact Katie Garvey for a confidential discussion.If this job isn’t quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.