The Brehon Hotel & Spa, Killarney are recruiting for an Assistant Accountant to join our Finance Team under a 1 year contract role with the potential to extend to permanent.
Main Purpose of Job:
The Assistant Accountant will undertake the day to day accounting and bookkeeping requirements for the group.
Reports to:
The Chief Financial Officer
What you'll need to succeed
You will ideally be an organised and enthusiastic individual with 2-4 years' experience in end to end bookkeeping and an accounts environment. For this role excellent communication skills and attention to detail would be necessary. Previous experience with problem solving such as drawing conclusions and developing recommendations along with strong Microsoft Excel skills would be advantageous.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
* Undertake the day to day bookkeeping and accounting requirements
* Entering Supplier Invoices & Reconciling Supplier Statements
* Assisting in Preparation of Payroll
* Revenue Reconciliation Across Multiple Systems
* Bank Reconciliations
* P&L and Balance Sheet Reconciliations
* Assisting in preparation of VAT and Compliance
* Assisting the Finance Supervisor and Financial Accountant Where required
Minimum Requirements:
* Fluent in English
* Accounting Qualifications
* Experience with Microsoft Excel
* Previous Hotel, Hospitality experience desirable
* Excellent problem-solving, analytical, technical and numerical abilities are crucial
* Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
* Positive attitude, courteous demeanour and the ability to remain calm whilst under pressure
*Candidates must have legal status to live and work in the Republic of Ireland
What you'll get in return
This is an exciting opportunity for an immediately available Accountant looking to join a leading organisation based in Killarney. You will receive a competitive salary as well as getting the opportunity to work in an exponentially growing environment with like-minded individuals on hand to help you.
Reasons to apply:
A welcoming and supportive team environment
Opportunities for Professional Development & Growth
Hot meals provided on duty
Employee of the month awards
Company events
Free Parking
EAP Programme
Flexible Schedule
Straight shifts
Competitive rates of pay