Senior Bookkeeper- Assistant Accountant - Dublin 24

Senior Bookkeeper / Assistant Accountant

Full-Time | Hybrid Working | Dublin 24

We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and detail-oriented Bookkeeper/ Assistant Accountant to join a leading service provider in Dublin 24.

The role sits within a wider Irish group currently comprising four companies, with two additional acquisitions planned in the coming months and further expansion expected in the immediate future. Working across two of the group companies, the successful candidate will become a key part of a close-knit finance team and play an important role in supporting the continued growth of the business.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within a fast-growing and entrepreneurial environment, with genuine progression opportunities towards a Finance Manager or Company Accountant role as the group continues to expand.

The successful candidate will take ownership of the day-to-day finance function while supporting management reporting, audit preparation, and wider finance operations. This role will suit someone who enjoys working autonomously, takes pride in accuracy and organisation, and is looking to further develop their accounting experience within a supportive culture.

• Hybrid working - 2 to 3 days remote
• Flexible working hours
• 23 days annual leave
• 2% employer pension contribution
• Strong work-life balance
• Opportunity for career progression and development
• Exposure to a growing multi-company group environment
• Full-time permanent position

• Day-to-day bookkeeping across two companies within the group
• Accounts payable and receivable management
• Supplier and customer invoice processing
• Bank and credit card reconciliations
• Payroll processing using BrightPay
• Preparation and submission of VAT, PAYE/PRSI, RCT and relevant statutory returns
• Assist with month-end close processes including preparation of first draft management accounts
• Processing journals, accruals and prepayments
• Maintaining accurate financial records and reconciliations within Xero
• Supporting external accountants during year-end audit
• Assisting with budgeting and financial reporting processes
• General finance administration and ad hoc duties as required

• 3-5 years' experience in a bookkeeping or assistant accountant role
• Strong working knowledge of Xero (Desirable)
• Experience with payroll processing, ideally using BrightPay
• Good understanding of VAT, PAYE/PRSI and general finance procedures
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage workload independently
• Comfortable working across multiple entities
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and general accounting systems
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Accounting Technician qualification or similar is advantageous but not essential

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will be proactive, organised, and capable of managing their own workload while working as part of a collaborative team. We are looking for someone who values accuracy, takes ownership of their work, and wants to build a long-term career within a growing and ambitious business group.

This role would suit a strong junior or mid-level finance professional looking for broad exposure, increased responsibility, and long-term career progression within an expanding organisation.