We are working with a leading FMCG company based in
Walkinstown, Dublin
, seeking an
Assistant Accountant
to join their growing finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a
part-qualified accountant
looking to advance their career in a
fast-paced, commercial finance environment
. The successful candidate will support the
Financial Controller
with month-end reporting, management accounts, and financial analysis.
Key Responsibilities of Assistant Accountant
:
* Assist with the preparation of
monthly management accounts
, including journals, accruals, and prepayments.
* Support the
month-end and year-end close process
, ensuring accuracy and compliance with reporting deadlines.
* Prepare and maintain
balance sheet reconciliations
, analysing and resolving variances.
* Contribute to
budgeting and forecasting
activities across the business.
* Provide
financial analysis and insights
to support decision-making, cost control, and profitability.
* Collaborate with
operations, supply chain, and sales teams
to drive commercial performance.
* Support
audit and tax compliance
requirements.
* Participate in
continuous improvement projects
within the finance function and deliver ad hoc reports as needed.
Experience of
Assistant Accountant:
* Part-qualified accountant
(ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) actively pursuing qualification.
* 2–4 years' experience in a
finance or accounting role
, ideally within the
FMCG or manufacturing sector
.
* Strong
Excel and analytical skills
with experience in
ERP systems
such as SAP or Microsoft Dynamics an advantage.
* Excellent attention to detail, strong organisational and time-management skills.
* Strong
communication and interpersonal abilities
, with a proactive, team-oriented mindset.
If you would like a confidential discussion and more information on this
Assistant Accountant
role contact Michelle Miley