Qualified Accountant

Role overview

Xeinadin is hiring a Qualified Accountant for its Kilkenny office in Ireland. This permanent, office-based role sits within the SME accounting team and offers the chance to support a broad portfolio of small and medium-sized business clients across the South-East. The position works closely with Partners and contributes to the firm’s continued growth.

About the company

Xeinadin was formed in 2019 when several established accountancy and business advisory practices in the UK and Ireland joined together to shape a new approach to the profession. The organisation focuses on delivering trusted, locally informed advice to SMEs through close working relationships and forward-thinking support. With around 3,500 colleagues across regional offices, the business is built on collaboration, shared expertise, and specialist development.

What you will do

• Prepare financial statements for companies, sole traders, and partnerships up to Partner review stage, while meeting all relevant compliance and regulatory standards.
• Complete and submit Corporation Tax and Income Tax returns.
• Handle the preparation, review, and filing of VAT, RCT, and PAYE returns.
• Support the preparation and submission of CRO documentation.
• Guide and mentor junior colleagues to help strengthen their skills and progression.
• Maintain strong client relationships through clear communication and a practical, solution-led approach.

Requirements

• Between 3 and 5 years of experience in general accountancy practice.
• ACA or ACCA qualification, or part-qualification.
• Interest in working with SME clients and building a long-term career in a growing professional services environment.

Additional information

This is an office-based position located in Kilkenny, County Kilkenny, Ireland. The salary is listed as competitive. The vacancy name is Qualified Accountant and the vacancy number is VN1984. The role is permanent with no fixed duration stated.

Benefits

• Company pension scheme.
• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Extra leave entitlement based on seniority.
• Option to purchase up to 5 additional leave days, bringing annual leave to a maximum of 30 days.
• Business closure over Christmas, subject to exceptions.
• Life assurance equal to four times annual salary.
• Enhanced family leave arrangements.
• Enhanced company sick pay.
• 24/7 employee assistance support that is free and confidential.
• Access to corporate discounts.
• Flexible benefits platform with optional insurances and benefits at corporate rates, depending on seniority and self-funding, including private medical insurance for single or family cover, critical illness cover, cash plan, cycle to work, eye care, and dental.