What you will be doing

• Preparing periodic sets of management accounts (monthly/quarterly/annually)
• Interacting with client at all stages of the accounts preparation and approval process
• Using accounting packages for the maintenance of books and records including XERO/Sage/Relate/Oracle
• Preparing annual financial statements and liaising with the auditors and clients
• Liaising with the financial reporting team in DM Financial where their services are engaged
• Collaborating with client company secretaries and tax teams to effectively meet client deliverables
• Analysing management accounts, financial statements and client business plans
• Learning about and gaining a deep understanding   client’s business, assisting with new transactions and applying accounting techniques to capture the transactions
• Researching technical queries on IFRS/FRS 102 and other accounting standards

What will you need

• Related Honours degree  
• Excellent communication skills 
• Ability to plan, prioritise between tasks and adhere to strict time deadlines 
• Ability to work on own initiative 
• Some industry experience in an accounting role would be an advantage 
• Academic knowledge of IFRS and GAAP accounting principles would be an advantage 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 
• A keen interest in learning and in career progression 
• Legal right to work in Ireland  

What are we looking for

• A strong technical knowledge of accounting standards
• Strong logic and problem solving competencies
• Excellent organisational skills
• Proficient in MS Office and other accountancy software packages in particular WORD & EXCEL
• Strong team working and interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritise and work to tight deadlines to ensure client deliverables are met
• Attention to detail and excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to take ownership of own professional development
• A keen interest in learning and in career progression