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ECS Recruitment is currently recruiting a Qualified Accountant with a strong practice background for our client based in Galway City, Co. Galway.

Our client offers services to small and medium-sized businesses, sole traders, partnerships, and individuals.

Main duties will include:

• Preparation and completion of audit-exempt financial statements.
• Preparation of accounts for sole traders and partnerships, primarily focusing on GP practices.
• Preparation of tax returns, including income tax and property rental accounts, as well as corporation tax.
• Some involvement in payroll, VAT, and RCT compliance, although this will be minimal.
• Preparation of management accounts for specific clients on a quarterly or biannual basis.
• Conducting audits and completing financial statements.
• Preparation of budgets and cash flow projections.
• Handling miscellaneous inquiries from clients, banks, and revenue authorities, including revenue audits.
• Your responsibilities in this role will include:
• Preparing working papers and financial statements in accordance with relevant procedures and standards.
• Conducting audits for a diverse range of clients in line with auditing principles.
• Preparing corporate and personal tax returns.
• Investigating and resolving issues that arise during assignments.
• Ensuring assignments are completed within budget and time constraints.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients.
• Performing assignments in a timely, professional, and efficient manner.
• Achieving fee targets for your assigned portfolio.
• Creating technical briefs and checklists for both staff and clients.

Qualifications and experiences required:

• 3+ years of general accounting practice experience.
• ACA/ACCA qualification. 
• In-depth knowledge of accounting and auditing standards.
• Practical experience in preparing tax returns.
• Advanced computer skills, particularly in Surf Accounts Production/Relate Accounts Production or similar financial statements software, Revenue online service, Excel, Word, and payroll packages.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
• Self-starter with the ability to critically analyze information.
• Strong multitasking and prioritization skills.
• Leadership abilities with a capacity to supervise.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to use initiative while maintaining confidentiality at all times.