Practice Accounts Manager
Brightwater, a medium-sized progressive firm of accountants in South Co. Dublin, is seeking to add a Practice Accounts Manager to their team on a permanent basis.
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced professional with at least 2 years of PQE within Irish practice and experience in managing a team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for leading a team of accounts staff and overseeing the production of fee-producing work, including accounts preparation, audit, and corporation/income tax compliance work.
Key Responsibilities
* Production (50%):
o Accounts prep, audit, and corporation/income tax compliance work for higher-level clients;
o Bank submissions and negotiating with banks on terms;
o Profit forecasting, budgeting, and dealing with Revenue on specific queries/audits;
o Undertaking ad-hoc assignments from partners to free up their time.
* Managing Accounts Staff (50%):
o Review of staff files, pre- and post-meeting (as required);
o Monitoring staff budgets during accounts work and ensuring budgets are met as best as possible;
o Dealing with queries from trainees;
o Allocation of work to accounts staff on a weekly basis;
o Year-end meetings with clients;
o Promoting the office where possible;
o Initiatives to improve office efficiency and help staff work smarter.
Requirements
* 2+ years of PQE in a small/medium-sized practice;
* Qualified ACCA/ACA/CPA;
* Team management experience;
* Excellent communication skills.
What We Offer
* Salary: €60,000-€70,000;
* Coverage of professional subscriptions;
* Car parking;
* Social and team-building events.