Accounts Assistant (County Cork)

Barden is delighted to be partnering with a growing, Irish-owned financial services firm to identify an Accounts Manager to join their team.

This organisation specialises in delivering end-to-end financial solutions to retail clients across Ireland, combining strong commercial insight with innovative technology to drive efficiency and profitability.

With consistent year-on-year growth and a strong reputation in the market, this is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious accounting professional to step into a leadership role within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

About the Role

As Accounts Manager, you will work closely with a portfolio of retail clients while leading and developing a team of accountants and trainees.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Preparation and review of management accounts
• Analysis and presentation of weekly KPIs to senior stakeholders
• Identification of financial control issues and implementation of improvements
• Strengthening and maintaining internal controls
• Oversight of the accounts payable function
• Working capital and cash flow management
• Preparation and submission of VAT returns
• Delivery of end-to-end financial control services to clients
• Coaching and development of junior team members

About the Person

This role would suit a motivated and detail-oriented accounting professional who enjoys working in a client facing and team leadership capacity.

• Part-qualified or ambition to study
• Strong technical accounting skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Proven ability to mentor and support junior staff
• Strong organisational and IT skills
• Ability to work on own initiative and meet deadlines
• Relevant third level degree (preferred)
• Prior experience in a similar role is beneficial

What's on Offer

• Free onsite parking
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounted gym membership
• Strong opportunities for career progression within a growing business
• Exposure to a broad and dynamic client base