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Hays·6 days ago
6 days ago

Trainee Accountant / Accounts Assistant (Practice)

Limerick, IrelandInternshipHybridEntry · 1-2 years₹27L – ₹32.4L/yr · est.Bookkeeper

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  • accounting
  • sage
  • quickbooks online
  • excel

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What you'll do

  • Processing transactions using Sage, QuickBooks Online and Excel
  • Raising invoices
  • Bank reconciliations
  • VAT returns
  • Assisting with management accounts and year-end accounts preparation
  • Cashflow and budget reporting
  • Company secretarial administration

What they're looking for

  • 1-2 years' experience in an accounting or accountancy practice environment
  • Working towards an ACCA or ACA qualification, or interested in pursuing one
  • Experience using accounting software such as Sage or QuickBooks Online
  • Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively as part of a team

Nice to have

  • Experience with VAT, reconciliations and bookkeeping processes is desirable

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Your New Company
Our client is a well-established accountancy and business advisory practice based in Limerick. They work with a diverse portfolio of clients and have developed a strong reputation for delivering accounting, taxation and business management services.

Your New Role
You will support senior accountants across a range of accounting and bookkeeping activities. Responsibilities will include processing transactions using Sage, QuickBooks Online and Excel, raising invoices, bank reconciliations, VAT returns, assisting with management accounts and year-end accounts preparation, cashflow and budget reporting, and company secretarial administration. This role offers excellent exposure to a varied client base and provides strong opportunities for professional development.

Your New Role
You will support senior accountants across a range of accounting and bookkeeping activities. Responsibilities will include processing transactions using Sage, QuickBooks Online and Excel, raising invoices, bank reconciliations, VAT returns, assisting with management accounts and year-end accounts preparation, cashflow and budget reporting, and company secretarial administration. This role offers excellent exposure to a varied client base and provides strong opportunities for professional development.

What You'll Need to Succeed
  • 1-2 years' experience in an accounting or accountancy practice environment
  • Working towards an ACCA or ACA qualification, or interested in pursuing one
  • Experience using accounting software such as Sage or QuickBooks Online
  • Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively as part of a team
  • Experience with VAT, reconciliations and bookkeeping processes is desirable
What You'll Get in Return
  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Hybrid working flexibility
  • Training and exam support
  • Company bonus scheme
  • Income protection and death in service benefits
  • Sick pay scheme
  • 20 days annual leave plus an additional 5 paid days at Christmas
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Clear opportunities for career development within a growing practice environment
What to do next
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Company

HA
Hays
Limerick, Ireland

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