Group Accounting Technician

Brennan & Co Group

Unit 61, Birch Avenue,

Stillorgan Business Park

A94 XW68

Group Accounting Technician

WHY THIS ROLE EXISTS

This role is responsible for assisting with the life cycle management of the finance function across three Group companies. This person will work closely with the Group Senior Financial Accountant to oversee month end procedures to include period close deadlines and monthly balance sheet reconciliations. The successful candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams such as Accounts Payable and Receivable to provide financial advice and support in decision-making processes and work closely with both internal and external stakeholders.

Salary is €36,605 39 hours per week, Monday – Friday.  

Tasks and Responsibilities

Financial Management and Reporting

• Preparation of daily bank reconciliations

• Preparation of daily credit card reconciliations

• Post accruals & prepayments in preparation of month end routine.

• Perform month balance sheet reconciliations for review.

• Maintenance of fixed asset registers including motor fleet

• Monthly posting and reconciliation of intercompany transactions

• Prepare monthly analysis of performance against budget including variance analysis and commentary for Management.

• Preparation of bi-monthly VAT returns for ROI company

• Preparation of quarterly VAT returns for NI company

• Preparation of monthly VIE’s & Intrastat returns

• Completion of Statistic office returns

• Assist with group audit process

Financial Management and Reporting 

Tax & Statutory Compliance

Ad-hoc duties

• Ensuring proper execution of internal controls and procedures

• Assist with other finance tasks where possible

• Continuous review and monitoring of existing processes and proactively suggest areas for improvement

Skills/Experience

• A degree (Level 8 NFQ) in Accounting, Finance or a related field.  

• Part-Qualified ACA / ACCA / CIMA/CPA or IATI qualified

• Minimum of 1-2 years PQE desirable

• Experience of reporting and analysis

• Proficiency in integrated accounts packages and Microsoft applications (particularly a high competency in Excel)

• Experience with a Microsoft ERP or similar will be a distinct advantage

• Excellent numeric, analytical skills and attentiveness to detail

• Can establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders

• Demonstrated ability to work diligently, accurately and under pressure

• Ability to multi-task, skill in establishing priorities and managing workloads

• Capable of working on your own initiative whilst keeping stakeholders informed through clear communications

What we can offer you

• 21 days Annual Leave plus 5 Company Days

• Pension contributions upon successful completion of probationary period

• Competitive salary with a 10% annual bonus

• Income Protection

• Death in Service Benefit

• Hybrid working options