Trainee Accountant

C.M. CALNAN & Co.; Cork; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

C.M. CALNAN & Co., a well-established accounting firm in Wilton, Cork, invites applications for a Trainee Accountant to join our expanding team. You will gain exposure to a range of clients from medium-sized companies to sole traders and partnerships.

The role offers hands-on experience in prime entries, statutory returns, payroll, tax and financial statements, with mentorship from senior accountants and opportunities to pursue accountancy qualifications.

Qualifications

• Studying or recently completed qualifications in accountancy.
• Strong organisational and time-management abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
• Experience with Sage is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of prime entry records
• Preparation and submission of statutory returns
• Preparation of management accounts
• Preparation of weekly and monthly payroll
• Preparation of personal and corporate tax returns
• Preparation of financial statements
• Report to senior accountants
• Attend meetings with senior accountant if required
• Ad hoc duties as required

Skills

Highly organized

Attention to detail

Enthusiastic and friendly

Excellent telephone manner

Own initiative

Work under pressure

Excel skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Sage experience

Tools

Sage

Job description

We, a well-established accounting firm located in Wilton, Cork are currently looking to recruit a Trainee Accountant to join our expanding team. The applicant will gain exposure to a variety of clients from medium sized companies to sole traders and partnerships.

The Main Responsibilities of the Role:

• Preparation of prime entry records


• Preparation and submission of statutory returns


• Preparation of management accounts


• Preparation of weekly and monthly payroll


• Preparation of personal and corporate tax returns


• Preparation of financial statements


• Report to senior accountants


• Attend meetings with senior accountant if required


• Ad hoc duties as required

Ideal Candidate

• Highly organised individual with ability to prioritise


• Excellent attention to detail


• Enthusiastic and friendly


• Excellent telephone manner


• Capable of working on own initiative.


• Strong ability to work under pressure and manage deadlines.


• Excellent excel and analytical skills.


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.


• . Experience in Sage is an advantage

The role is an excellent opportunity for a career orientated individual who can contribute to the development of the firm while pursuing a qualification in accountancy.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person