Company Accountant

• Prepare monthly management accounts
• Finalise annual accounts in preparation for audit
• Post and reconcile nominal ledger journals
• Maintain accurate financial records in line with company policies

• Coordinate and support the annual audit process (February each year)
• Prepare required documentation and liaise with external auditors

• Perform regular bank reconciliations
• Post payments and receipts to the cashbook
• Circulate daily bank receipts to sales representatives
• File aged debtor reconciliations with invoice discounting provider (Bank of Ireland)

• Process weekly and monthly payroll using Sage Payroll
• Submit payroll information to Revenue in compliance with Irish regulations
• Process mileage and travel expenses through payroll
• File Enhanced Reporting Submissions (ERS)

• Administer employee pension deductions via payroll
• Remit monthly contributions to pension providers
• Maintain and update employee pension records
• Ensure compliance with Auto Enrolment requirements and file returns

• Maintain records of annual leave, sick leave, and absences
• Handle ad hoc employee queries and administrative issues
• Manage company health insurance scheme (LAYA)

• Prepare and file Intrastat (arrivals & dispatches) and VIES returns monthly
• Complete and submit bi-monthly VAT returns, including postponed import VAT accounting
• Maintain the fixed asset register

• Prepare and submit REPAK returns
• Manage ongoing obligations relating to CBAM (Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism)
• Ensure all financial and regulatory deadlines are met

• Qualified Accountant / Newly qualified or qualified by experience
• Proven experience in a similar accounting role, ideally within construction or a related industry
• Strong knowledge of Irish payroll, VAT, and Revenue reporting requirements
• Experience using Sage Payroll (or similar systems)
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work independently
• Strong organisational and communication skills

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