Accounts Technician
A well-established and growing chartered accountancy practice in the West Dublin / Meath area is seeking a talented Accounts Technician to join their busy Accounts team. This is a permanent, full-time position, ideal for a candidate with a solid practice accounting background who is looking for a long-term role with flexibility and strong client exposure.
The Role
Reporting to the Accounts Manager, you’ll work with a wide variety of clients, including audit, non-audit, and sole traders across multiple sectors. The role offers a balance of autonomy and team collaboration in a professional yet supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Preparation of working papers and financial statements in accordance with accounting standards and firm procedures
- Preparation of management accounts (quarterly or biannually) for selected clients
- Completion and filing of VAT, VAT RTD, and RCT returns
- Preparing draft year-end files and performing bank reconciliations
- Managing and responding to client queries in a professional manner
- Taking initiative and ownership of workload with minimal supervision
- Supporting the wider team with ad hoc duties as required
Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum of 3 years’ practice experience in a similar role
- Accounting Technician (ATI) or IPASS qualification essential
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- High attention to detail with the ability to work on own initiative
- Comfortable working under pressure and meeting deadlines
Technical Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel (intermediate level or above)
- Experience with Sage Accounts
- Familiarity with accounts production software such as CCH or equivalent
Working Hours & Flexibility
- Standard hours: 8:30am–5:30pm Monday to Thursday, 8:30am–2:30pm Friday
- Flexible start and finish times
- Hybrid working: Option to work from home on Mondays and Fridays
If this sounds like an opportunity you may be interested in, then please feel free to apply with an up to date CV via the link attached or reach out to neil, our dedicated Consultant in total confidence
Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
About the job
Contract Type: Perm
Specialism: Accountancy & Finance
Focus: Accounts Assistant
Industry: Accountancy
Salary: €40,000 - €45,000 per annum + Hybrid, 2 days WFH per week
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Experience Level: Associate
Location: Dublin West
FULL_TIMEJob Reference: CVDZO9-8975B05F
Date posted: 4 July 2025
Consultant: Neil Redmond
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