Senior Financial Accountant - 12 month Fixed Term Contract
Location: Dublin, IrelandDate Posted: Apr 16, 2026
The Maples Group is a standard bearer in financial and legal services, trusted by many of the world’s largest hedge fund managers, private equity firms and international corporations.
Our distinction flows from our carefully curated team: 2,500+ professionals characterised by tenacity, ethics and exacting excellence. Operating in key financial centres across the Americas, Asia, Europe and the Middle East, our international presence offers a unique springboard for career development and cross‑cultural immersion. Our side‑by‑side financial and legal services are similarly ripe for interdisciplinary learning and growth.
The Maples Group looks to add a Dublin based Senior Financial Accountant to our team on a 12-month fixed term contract and invites eager and qualified candidates to apply. We are committed to diversity, inclusion and equality of opportunity as we attract, retain and develop world‑class talent.
Who We Seek
Our merit‑based culture suits professionals in pursuit of boundless careers and lives. Beyond their acumen, team members are collaborative and conscientious, bringing a healthy sense of drive and purpose to each interaction and to all aspects of their work.
About the Role
The Senior Financial Accountant reports to the Finance Manager and manages two Accounts staff and supports the wider Accounts team. The team is responsible for managing the finance function and performing all key financial processes including accounts payable, accounts receivable, working capital management, internal performance reporting and all external statutory reporting.
Primary responsibilities
Preparation of the cash‑flow analysis.
Financial, trend and variance analysis.
Assist with maintaining accounts:
Balance sheet reconciliations
Maintain accruals/prepayments
P&L oversight
Assist with VAT compliance – VAT3/ VIES and RTD.
Assist with year‑end audit work.
Assist with preparation of annual financial statements.
Assist with monthly management accounts.
Assist with the annual budgeting process.
Assist in the overall finance function.
Assist with and take ownership of ad hoc reporting projects/analysis.
Law Society reporting and compliance with regulations.
Experience
What You Bring
4 years PQE (ACA, ACCA or CPA). Big 4, Top 10 or industry background (audit or accounting)
Knowledge of IFRS
Previous exposure to the external/internal audit process
Advanced Excel and data manipulation skills
Experience with Legal or another finance system would be an advantage
Experience with a legal or professional service firm would be an advantage
Strong attention to detail is essential
Self‑motivated with ability to use own initiative
Works well under tight deadlines
Strong team player
Strong analytical/problem‑solving skills
Good planning and organisational skills
Ability to use assertion and influence
Disciplined work approach with strong time management skills
Benefits & Rewards
Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental and optical)
Competitive vacation packages
Educational assistance and professional development programmes
Savings or pension plan
Life insurance
Travel insurance
Global mental wellness programme
Sports clubs and social events
About Maples Group
Over five decades, the Maples Group has grown from modest beginnings into one of the world’s preeminent professional services firms, offering specialised fiduciary, fund administration, regulatory and compliance, entity formation and management and legal services on the laws of the British Virgin Islands, the Cayman Islands, Ireland, Jersey and Luxembourg.
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