Financial Accountant – Kilkenny
My client within the financial services space have a newly created role for a financial accountant who is looking for a hands on role with strong career progression
The Financial Accountant will be responsible for the preparation, analysis, and presentation of accurate financial and management information reports. Reporting to the CFO, this role will ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements while providing insights to support business decision-making.
About Your New Employer
- Well established
- Strong work Life Balance
- Varied role
About Your New Job
- Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations
- Prepare VAT returns and assist with tax compliance.
- Reconcile bank accounts on a daily basis and manage cash flow effectively.
- Liaise with external auditors during the annual audit process.
- Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and regulatory requirements.
- Process payroll for all staff accurately and on
- Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with all payroll-related regulations.
- Handle payroll queries and resolve any discrepancies promptly.
- Ensure all payroll taxes and deductions are calculated correctly and remitted timely.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with Irish GAAP within agreed deadlines for review by the CFO.
- Ensure timely and accurate reporting of financial results to senior management, Board of Directors and external stakeholders and regulators.
- Liaise with external auditors during the annual audit process.
- Monitor changes in accounting standards and regulatory requirements, ensuring the company's financial practices remain compliant.
- Participate in special projects and initiatives as required, including system implementations and process improvements.
What skills you need
- Qualified Accountant with 2 years or more pqe
- Coming from financial services or asset finance ideally
- Experience in preparing VAT returns
- Payroll experience
- Strong excel skills
What’s on Offer
- 60-65k with benefits
- Hybrid – can work from home 1 day a week
What’s Next
- Get on touch with Laura in Sigmar accountancy – loconnor@sigmar.ie, 0860121211 to discuss this role in more detail – I can also discuss other roles i am currently working on
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