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DOWNLOAD Accountant Grade 3 Eligibility Form - IPA here.docx
The Role:
Reporting to the Financial Controller, this role has overall responsibility for managing day-to-day financial processes and procedures across the following functions: audit (internal and external), tax, monthly management accounts, financial and performance reporting.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
- Preparation of monthly management accounts, ensuring accuracy and timely manner for submission to the Financial Controller for review.
- Preparation of annual financial statements to TB as prescribed by FRS102 and statutory requirements for a Company Limited by guarantee and a Public Body submitted to the Financial Controller for review.
- Operational lead in preparation and management of the annual audit files and act as a key communication point with internal and external auditors.
- Ensure timely and accurate information with key stakeholders including the Department of Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation and Comptroller and Auditor General for submission to the Financial Controller for review.
- Review payroll processing verifying payroll calculations, deductions, and adjustments for accuracy and compliance before authorising for payment to the Financial Controller.
- Ensure that the fixed asset register is accurate, complete and maintained in a clear and concise manner.
- Assist the Financial Controller in the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts.
- Provide analysis, financial insights to the Financial Controller as required.
- Preparation and filing of VAT returns.
- Continuously review and update financial policies and procedures.
Essential Criteria:
- Full membership of a prescribed accountancy body supervised by the Irish Auditing and Accounting Supervisory Authority (IAASA); e.g., ACCA, ACA, CPA. (Essential)
- Minimum 3 years’ experience that is relevant to this role (Essential).
- Demonstrable strong experience in the preparation of month end, year-end, financial statements to trial balance and preparation for audit (Essential).
- Background in conducting financial and internal audits within private or public sector organisations (Essential).
Desirable Criteria:
- Familiarity with the public sector, including knowledge of compliance requirements specific to public bodies.
- Experience in leveraging technology to enhance financial reporting and process automation .
- Proven experience in overseeing finance related projects and/or implementing financial systems, ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets.
- Expertise in preparing comprehensive financial and non-financial reports for senior management .
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Proficiency with IT systems and their integration with financial processes.
- Demonstrable attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
- Proactive approach to identifying and resolving financial discrepancies.
- Ability to recommend and implement process improvements.
- Strong project management skills.
- Creative thinking to support financial innovation and efficiency.
How to Apply:
Conscia will be managing all aspects of the recruitment process on behalf of the IPA.
- Click the " Apply for job" button at the top or bottom of this page
- Upload both your CV and Eligibility Form
- CVs submitted without the accompanying Eligibility Form will not be considered
Closing date for applications is Thursday 30th October 2025 at 1pm (Irish time).
If you do not receive an acknowledgement of receipt of your application within 24 hours of applying, please email: ipa@consciatalent.com
DOWNLOAD Grade 3 Accountant Candidate Information Booklet here.docx
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DOWNLOAD Accountant Grade 3 Eligibility Form - IPA here.docx
