Our client is currently recruiting for a Bookkeeper to join their team based in Clane Co. Kildare Job Description: Working alongside the MD, advising on company strategy and responsible for all financial and other aspects of the business. Responsibilities and Duties Develop financial and taxation strategies Manage the capital request and budgeting processes Supervise due diligence procedures for suppliers and clients Implementing internal controls, KPI's, policies and procedure that support strategic direction across the business Responsible for the Preparation of Monthly Management and Annual Financial Statements ensuring that current accounting standards are adhered to Monitoring financial performance and KPIS of the businesses and reporting to the Senior Management Teams on a monthly basis Drive process improvement and efficiency and continuously improve financial controls Preparation of Annual Budgets Ensuring accurate cashflow forecasting and good cash management Identifying risks and opportunities that may affect the financial performance of the company Update and implement financial policies and procedures Manage any third parties to which accounting functions have been outsourced Create and maintain relationships with service providers and contractors, including banking institutions, accountants and tax authorities Qualifications: Accounting Technician qualification ideally but not essential Previous experience in Accounts. Strong IT skills with proficiency in MS Excel Ability to multi task and to work to deadlines Excellent communication skills with fully fluent written and spoken English essential Self-starter with ability to work on own initiative and to manage workload Proactive problem-solving ability Detail orientated with high level of accuracy If you think this role is for you please forward your CV to. Skills: Book-keeping Xero Accounting Software