Hays·1 month ago
1 month ago
Accounts Technician / Bookkeeper
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What you'll do
- Preparation of accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies
- Completion of VAT returns and Revenue submissions
- Preparation and filing of personal and corporate tax returns
- Bookkeeping and management accounts preparation
- Assisting clients with accounting software and day-to-day queries
- Supporting senior staff with year-end compliance work
- Building and maintaining strong client relationships
What they're looking for
- IATI qualification, be currently studying accounting qualifications, or possess relevant accountancy practice experience
- Previous experience working within an accountancy practice environment
- Knowledge of accounts preparation, VAT, and tax compliance work
- Strong communication and client-facing skills
- Good organisational skills and attention to detail
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team
Nice to have
- Qualified by experience candidates with a solid background in general practice
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Full description from employer
Your New Company
A well-established and modern accountancy practice based in the heart of Buncrana, County Donegal is seeking to appoint an Accounts Technician to join their growing team. This progressive firm provides a wide range of accounting and business advisory services to SMEs, sole traders, and limited companies across the North West. With a strong reputation for client service and staff development, this is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and forward-thinking practice environment.
Your New Role
Working as part of an experienced team, you will gain exposure to a broad range of general practice accounting responsibilities, for ROI and UK entities, including:
- Preparation of accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies
- Completion of VAT returns and Revenue submissions
- Preparation and filing of personal and corporate tax returns
- Bookkeeping and management accounts preparation
- Assisting clients with accounting software and day-to-day queries
- Supporting senior staff with year-end compliance work
- Building and maintaining strong client relationships
This role offers excellent variety and exposure across all aspects of accountancy practice.
What You'll Need to Succeed
To be considered for this position, you should have:
- IATI qualification, be currently studying accounting qualifications, or possess relevant accountancy practice experience
- Previous experience working within an accountancy practice environment
- Knowledge of accounts preparation, VAT, and tax compliance work
- Strong communication and client-facing skills
- Good organisational skills and attention to detail
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team
Qualified by experience, candidates with a solid background in general practice will also be considered.
What You'll Get in Return
- Competitive salary package based on experience
- Clear career progression opportunities within a growing practice
- Ongoing professional development and support with further qualifications
- Exposure to a varied portfolio of clients and industries
- Modern offices based in Buncrana town centre
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
- Work-life balance and long-term career stability
What You Need to Do Now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or contact us directly for a confidential discussion about your career. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position within accountancy practice, please get in touch to discuss other opportunities available across the North West and Northern Ireland.
#4821681 - Gabriel Hamill
Company
Hays
Derry, United Kingdom
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