Trainee Accountant
WALKERS CORPORATE SERVICES (IRELAND) LIMITED Dublin
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Job Description- 3491592407227;-6.24640989303589;The Exchange , George's Dock , Dublin 1 , D01 W3P9
The team combines a depth of specialised experience with a focus on consistently delivering high quality results to clients at all time. WPS is recruiting for a trainee accountant to join our expanding client accounting team.
Key Responsibilities:The successful candidate will be part of an active accounting team working under the direction of a qualified accountant. The candidate will get excellent accounting experience. Their main responsibilities will include:
Preparation and posting of accounting journals, including accruals & prepayments for a variety of Irish incorporated SPVs in line with transactional and statutory deadlines.
Completion of bank account reconciliations and posting related journals to the general ledger.
Working closely with a number of experienced accountants and assist these in the preparation of annual financial statements under IFRS or local GAAP.
Active involvement in both audit preparation and audit query resolution, and working with qualified team members in ensuring all reporting deadlines are met as scheduled.
Assisting with the completion of routine monthly and quarterly management accounts for a portfolio of SPVs.
Liaising with a range of banks, asset servicers, audit firms & other third parties to ensure all audit confirmations are circulated and received.
Assisting in the preparation of corporation tax and VAT returns.
Assisting in the preparation and filing of quarterly regulatory returns on a timely basis.
Actively contributing to process improvements within the accounting team & to a positive office environment.
Education, Skills and Experience
Trainee ACCA accountant who is in the process of obtaining an accounting qualification and has a clear intention of doing so within the next 3 years.A good understanding of basic accounting debits & credits, with experience at posting entries to an accounting general ledger.
The ideal candidate would have no less than 1 year experience in a relevant accounting trainee role with a recognised accounting firm or financial services company.
Proficiency in using MS Office suite of applications with advanced Excel skills is an essential requirement.
The successful candidate will be able to think on their feet, show attention to detail and resourcefulness, and have strong communication and organisational skills.
They should be capable of working on their own initiative but also work well in a team. An enthusiastic, helpful nature and a flexible attitude will contribute to the success of the candidate.
- This vacancy is suitable for Remote/Blended working
- Sector:
- Entry Level
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