Accountant

Role Overview

Our client, a reputable electrical contracting company based in Dublin, is looking for a skilled Accountant/Bookkeeper to lead their finance operations. This key role involves overseeing daily accounting activities across the primary business and several smaller investment entities. The role demands close collaboration with a small, cohesive office team to ensure seamless financial management.

Primary Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily functioning of the accounts department to maintain efficient financial workflows.
• Handle weekly and monthly payroll processes, including onboarding and offboarding employees, with PAYE and Benefit-in-Kind (BIK) reporting responsibilities.
• Prepare and submit VAT, PAYE, and Relevant Contracts Tax (RCT) filings through ROS, highlighting the importance of expertise with ROS.
• Manage RCT payments and comply with Revenue requirements consistently.
• Generate monthly management accounts to inform business decisions.
• Prepare schedules and documentation for year-end accounts and audits led by external auditors.
• Administer accounts payable, process supplier payments, and perform creditor reconciliations.
• Conduct bank and credit card reconciliations to ensure accuracy of financial data.
• Coordinate with external accountants, clients, and suppliers to maintain effective communication.
• Maintain the accounting system in an up-to-date, fully reconciled state.
• Submit returns to the Central Statistics Office (CSO) as required.
• Manage additional administrative duties such as fleet oversight and insurance renewals.
• Continuously seek ways to enhance financial procedures and internal controls.

Candidate Profile

• A minimum of five years' experience in a comprehensive finance role or equivalent proven accounting background.
• Proficient with Sage 50 Accounts and Sage Micropay software applications.
• Demonstrated experience using ROS for all Revenue-related communications and submissions.
• Strong grasp of payroll processes, VAT, PAYE, and RCT regulations.
• Experience in preparing management accounts and compiling year-end audit documentation.
• Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Self-motivated with the capacity to prioritise responsibilities and take charge of the finance division.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills enabling confident interaction with internal teams and external parties.

Additional Information

ProSource is a recruitment specialist focusing on finance roles throughout Ireland.