Katie Garvey
A leading Irish provider of accountancy and advisory services is seeking a recently qualified accountant to join their growing Cork team. This role offers strong career progression and the opportunity to work with a diverse portfolio of clients across multiple sectors.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and complete client files and financial statements (from start to finish) to a high professional standard, ensuring delivery within budget and deadlines.
- Manage accounts preparation and income tax returns for individuals, sole traders, and company directors.
- Draft financial reports and present results of engagements to the engagement manager.
- Supervise and train junior staff, providing technical guidance and leadership on client assignments.
- Identify and address areas of non-compliance with accounting standards.
- Contribute to statutory accounting, compliance, and related services across a wide client base.
- Engage in client relationship management, ensuring expectations are met and exceeded.
- Support continuous team development through coaching, mentoring, and knowledge sharing.
- Some travel may be required, depending on client assignments.
Requirements
- Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent), with 1–2 years’ post-qualification experience.
- Background in practice, with an interest in broadening skills and taking on new challenges.
- Strong business acumen and ability to act as an effective advisor to clients.
- Proven experience in preparing Irish income tax and related returns.
- Skilled in report writing and presenting to senior management.
- Experience supervising assignments and managing client relationships.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, teamwork capability, and ability to work independently.
- Strong organisational, planning, and time-management skills, with experience delivering under pressure.
- Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and contributing to a collaborative team culture.
Salary & Benefits
- Competitive salary package €55,000 – €65,000
- Hybrid working options.
- Strong emphasis on work-life balance.
- Career development and progression opportunities.
- Comprehensive in-house training and CPD support.
- Access to first-class IT and analytical tools.
- Excellent internal support services.
- Mentoring, continual assessment, and feedback.
- Travel saver ticket options.
- Educational courses and further training support.
- Company events and networking opportunities.
- Connection to a global professional network spanning over 110 countries.
If you’re a Recently Qualified Accountant ready for a new challenge, send your CV to Katie Garvey katie@gpcfinance.com and we can arrange a confidential discussion. GPC Finance do not send your CV without your permission. We have a number of roles that may suit your experience.