Location: Rathangan, Co. Kildare
Contract Type: [Full-time / Permanent]
About the Role We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounting Technician with proven experience using Sage accounting software to join our finance team. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting day-to-day finance operations, and ensuring compliance with internal controls and statutory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Process sales and purchase invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
- Maintain the general ledger, ensuring all entries are complete and correct.
- Perform bank reconciliations and manage cash flow reporting.
- Process supplier payments and employee expenses.
- Prepare and submit VAT returns and other statutory filings.
- Assist in the preparation of management accounts and financial reports.
- Support year-end audit preparation and liaise with external auditors when required.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Provide ad-hoc support to the finance team as needed.
- Proven experience using Sage 50 / Sage 200 / Sage Online in a similar role.
- Strong understanding of double-entry bookkeeping and accounting principles.
- Proficiency in MS Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise workload.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Experience with payroll processing.
- Knowledge of other accounting systems or ERP software.
- Familiarity with budgeting and forecasting.
- Competitive salary.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- Supportive and collaborative working environment.