Senior Accounts Assistant

Sigmar Recruitment; Ireland; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Sigmar Recruitment is seeking a Senior Accounts Assistant for a 12-month maternity cover based in Roscommon. The role covers payroll, monthly accounts, reconciliations and financial reporting, ideal for a qualified or part-qualified accountant seeking a broad, hands-on position.

The position involves processing weekly payroll for ROI, preparing monthly accounts to trial balance, and supporting financial controls. Excellent organisational and MS Excel skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Qualified or part-qualified accountant with strong accounting knowledge.
• Experience with payroll, accounts payable/receivable and month-end processes.
• Proficiency in Excel and MS Office essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process weekly payroll for ROI.
• Prepare monthly accounts to trial balance.
• Complete bank and intercompany reconciliations.
• Prepare and post monthly journals.
• Support Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable activities.
• Complete variance analysis and reporting.
• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger and subsidiary systems.
• Assist with the year-end audit.
• Provide additional support to the Financial Controller as required.

Skills

Accounting experience

Excel

Microsoft Office

SAGE Payroll

Education

Professional accounting qualification

Tools

SAGE Payroll

Job description

Senior Accounts Assistant - 12-Month Contract

Location: Roscommon
Contract: 12-Month Maternity Cover
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Accounts Assistant to join an established organisation based in Roscommon on a 12-month maternity cover contract.

This is a varied finance position covering payroll, monthly accounts, reconciliations and financial reporting. The role would suit a qualified or part-qualified accountant, or an experienced accounts professional looking for a broad, hands-on position.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and process weekly payroll for ROI.
• Prepare monthly accounts to trial balance.
• Complete bank and intercompany reconciliations.
• Prepare and post monthly journals.
• Support Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable activities.
• Complete variance analysis and reporting.
• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger and subsidiary systems.
• Assist with the year-end audit.
• Provide additional support to the Financial Controller as required.

What We're Looking For

• Qualified or part-qualified accountant, or strong relevant accounting experience.
• Experience across Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.
• Good knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Experience with SAGE Payrollwould be an advantage.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive team player who can effectively manage multiple priorities.

This is a 12-month contract offering the opportunity to join an established finance team and gain broad accounting experience within a busy organisation.