Tax Accountant (Compliance)

GPC Finance; Leinster; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 10% annual bonus

Pension contribution

Flexible working arrangements

Ongoing training

Team-building events

On-site parking

Job summary

An established accountancy practice in Ireland is seeking a Tax Accountant to lead income tax compliance for over 350 clients. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in tax or accounting, strong knowledge of current tax legislation, and excellent communication skills. This role offers an annual salary of €50,000 to €55,000, a hybrid working model, and opportunities for professional growth. Join a supportive team focused on career progression and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in a tax or accounting practice.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience supervising or mentoring trainees.

Responsibilities

• Lead the income tax function for 350+ clients.
• Provide guidance on tax obligations.
• Supervise trainees and review their work.

Skills

Tax legislation knowledge

Sage Taxpro

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Supervisory skills

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead the income tax function (350+ clients across a number of industries), ensuring accurate and timely filing and payment of all returns.
• Provide guidance on tax obligations, identify issues, and recommend compliant solutions.
• Analyse records and previous filings to develop effective tax strategies and verify documentation accuracy.
• Handle correspondence with clients and tax authorities, gathering all required tax‑related information.
• Supervise trainees, review their work, and share relevant legislative updates.
• Contribute to wider Tax Department needs and maintain strong client relationships.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years in a tax or accounting practice with strong knowledge of current tax legislation.
• Experience in Sage Taxpro, ROS, and Microsoft Office.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage confidently with clients.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Experience supervising or mentoring trainees, demonstrating initiative and sound judgement.

Salary / Benefits

• Annual Salary of €50,000–€55,000 DOE
• Up to 10% annual bonus
• Pension contribution
• Hybrid working model (3 days onsite)
• Flexible working arrangements considered
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Team‑building and social events
• Supportive leadership with genuine career progression
• On‑site parking

Our client, an established medium sized accountancy practice that has been providing advisory and compliance services they are seeking to recruit a tax accountant (Compliance). The firm supports a wide range of clients, including SMEs, sole traders, and larger organisations across multiple sectors. The successful candidate will join the Tax Department and take a lead role in managing income tax compliance and client advisory work. The successful candidate will be supported by the practice to progress within the department.

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