Junior Accountant - Ireland
At Clements Worldwide A Gallagher Company, we enable people and organizations to have the freedom to live and operate anywhere in the world by providing them with a broad array of specialized international insurance solutions. We are committed to a culture of excellence where we empower you to further develop your skills and evolve your career.
We are seeking a Junior Accountant who will contribute to the efficient and effective workings of the finance department by executing daily tasks with a strong attention to detail. This role will utilize strong knowledge of modern accounting principles, practices, time management skills and effective problem solving to ensure success at Clements Worldwide A Gallagher Company in our Dublin, Ireland office.
Salary Range: €27k - €35k, Full-time (35 hours weekly) - Salary
Hybrid Position: Two days in our Ireland office, three days fully remote
Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have:
* professional diploma and/or bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, related field or equivalent years of professional experience in these fields
* 1+ years experience in Accounting or Finance
* experience with general ledgers, reconciliations and/or applying the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
* strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel (including pivot tables and functions like “VLOOKUP”)
* capacity to be in the Ireland office two days a week or as needed
* legal right to work in the Ireland
It will be great if you happen to have these qualifications:
* familiar with accounting systems such as Sage and Relay (brokerage system)
* proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook)
* powerful verbal and written communication skills with the ability communicate at all levels
* ability to demonstrate a “customer focused” attitude
* capability to work independently, be self-motivated, and take initiative
* knowledge of basic insurance concepts
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):
* process carrier payments, account payable invoices, cash receipts, and client refunds
* respond to internal and external client inquiries in a timely manner
* perform bank reconciliations and other assigned general ledger accounts
* assist with annual budget process and year-end audit requirements
* maintain accurate and systematic accounting records
* handle corporate credit card transactions, book transactions in the general ledger, ensure all required information (e.g., approvals, receipts, coding) is included in expense submissions and properly closed in the credit card portal
* review, prepare, and provide various reports as required ensuring accuracy and timely delivery
* prepare and book the assigned month-end entries
* assist with accounting tasks in other Clements locations, especially Belgium and UK
* follow established protocols and policies established by your department, Human Resources or any department in which guidelines must be met
* other duties and responsibilities maybe assigned depending on department need and growth
As we all know, compensation isn’t just the salary. Here are some of the benefits of working at Clements:
* Optional private medical, dental and a cash scheme
* Generous pension scheme with a 10% contribution from Clements
* Automatic enrolment into Group Income Protection and Group Life
* 20 annual leave days per calendar year, with up to 8 days rollover
* 3 mental health days per calendar year
* 9 standard paid bank holidays
* Paid parental leave
* Occupational company sickness leave and pay
* "Dress for Your Day" dress code
* Education assistance: certifications and continuing education
* Optional gym membership
If you’re still reading and are interested in helping to take Clements into 2024 and beyond, let’s have a conversation virtually. We’ll discuss the day-to-day highs and lows of this role and answer any of your questions in your first interview.
Come join the Clements Team! Do you need accommodations to apply? Let us know at IWantToWork@clements.com.
At Clements, we celebrate and thrive on differences for the benefit of our team members and clients. Clements is an equal opportunity employer. Employment here is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. Clements does not discriminate against anyone because of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by law.
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About Clements Worldwide:
Clements Worldwide is the leading provider of insurance solutions for expatriates and international organizations. Founded in 1947, Clements offers worldwide car, property, life and health, and specialty and high risk insurance to clients in more than 170 countries. Our dedicated staffs in Washington, DC, London, and Dubai are committed to providing superior customer service and claims response.Company HistoryIn 1947, Robert Clements and M. Juanita Guess-Clements founded a domestic insurance business. While she and her husband managed Clements & Company, Guess also worked at the U.S. State Department. One day, she referred her husband to a colleague who needed life insurance and happened to manage the U.S. State Department's claims office. After purchasing a policy from Clements, the happy client remarked, "If only you could help me with all this!" as he pointed to the insurmountable pile of claims in his office submitted by U.S. Foreign Service officers. At the time, not a single company provided international personal insurance products and Clements immediately realized the potential.The Washington, DC-based firm's proximity to the U.S. State Department and Foreign Service headquarters positioned Clements to quickly become the preferred provider of personal property and auto insurance to government personnel living and working abroad.In the late 1970s, under Guess' direction, the company began addressing the needs of expatriate clients outside the Foreign Service. By 1981, when the founders' son, Jon B. Clements, joined the firm, Clements had become a thriving agency. To reflect its growth as a global brand, the company changed its name to Clements International in 2001. In 2011, the company underwent a brand transformation and became Clements Worldwide to better reflect its organizational and strategic goals.Today, Jon is CEO and Chairman of Clements Worldwide, and with the support of his leadership team, he continues to guide the company with the same entrepreneurial spirit of his beloved parents.