Practice Accountant (Part Time) – We’re Hiring

We are looking for a experienced accountant with a minimum of 5 years’ post qualification experience to join our team. You will get the opportunity to work with a fast-growing, accounting, technology and consulting business based in County Cork with clients located across Ireland and internationally.

What we need

The Practice Accountant will have strong statutory accounts and company law knowledge and lead the process of preparing and filing accounts for aperio clients.

 

This role is part-time (25 hours per week) and we are happy to offer flexibility both in terms of how these hours are worked across the week and the location (home / office).

 

About aperio

We are a fast-growing, accounting, technology, and consulting business based in Cork, Ireland with clients located across Ireland and internationally. Our goal is to drive the performance and growth of SME businesses by combining accounting and finance services with technology and business expertise.

We deliver innovative Managed Finance Services to start-up and growing businesses primarily in the areas of science, IT, engineering, and professional services. We help our clients to streamline and improve their business operations and support their growth with monthly financial information and guidance. Our client base includes a number of award-winning, export-focused businesses.

 

The Role

The role will include:

Working with the aperio team and clients

• Cooperate with the aperio team to manage workload and upcoming deadlines
• Contribute to regular team meetings and client updates
• Manage direct reports
• Communicate with clients to gather information and present accounts

Managing client accounts

• Client accounts analytical review
• Assisting junior staff with accounts preparation
• Management accounts preparation
• Statutory accounts preparation
• VAT return preparation
• Corporation tax preparation
• Income tax return preparation

Continuous development

• Keep up to date on accounting practices and applicable legislation
• Suggest improvements to client processes and workflows
• Learn new systems
• Gain experience across a broad range of clients and industries

 

Education/Professional Qualification

• Qualified Accountant – with a minimum of 5 years post qualification experience
• Audit qualifications an advantage, but not essential

 

Experience Required

• Experience with a recognised accounting software and MS Office
• Experience with cloud computing packages like Sage, Xero or Quickbooks an advantage, but not essential

 

Skills

• Good communication and writing skills
• Trustworthy and responsible
• Strong time management and organisational skills
• Focus and passion for providing high-quality service
• Comfortable in a digital working environment
• Strong attention to detail and technical knowledge
• The ability to successfully manage deadlines

 

What we offer

• Attractive salary and benefits
• Company pension
• A flexible working arrangement
• Opportunities for further education and training
• A culture of teamwork and respect
• Work with clients based around the world

 

Apply for the role by sending your CV to [email protected]