Accounting/Finance Assistant **Must be fully eligible to work full-time. EU citizenship** Hours: 8:00am to 5:00pm, Monday to Friday Salary: €35-40K Neg DOE Full Time, Permanent (subject to 6-month probation period) Location: Western Business Park, Dublin 12. (Car owner or living locally preferred) Start date: ASAP. Benefits: ** Performance Bonus scheme (up to 15% of base salary paid over 3 payments annually) ** Hybrid working model (after probation period) ** Career development and training opportunities ** Gain exposure to international finance processes Our client is a successful family-owned business that specialises in buying and selling pre-owned luxury accessories to both consumers and retailers. The company is an international leader in pre-owned luxury distribution and has offices in Europe, North America and Asia. They are current seeking to hire a detail-oriented and proactive Accounting & Finance Assistant to support the day-to day financial operations of their Dublin office. The role will report to the Accounting Manager. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a bookkeeping or finance administration role processing debtors and creditors transactions, maintaining billing records, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with Irish accounting standards. Main Responsibilities: Process and record accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions. Maintain and update billing records in the accounting system. Support the Accounts Receivable process by tracking outstanding invoices and assisting with follow-ups with clients. Ensure compliance with Irish VAT regulations and invoicing standards Assist with bank reconciliations Prepare and maintain general ledger entries and supporting documentation. Support month-end and year-end closing procedures. Assist in preparing VAT returns, VIES, and other compliance reports. Liaise with external stakeholders including auditors, suppliers, and clients. Maintain accurate and organized financial records in line with Irish GAAP Provide administrative support for the finance team (e.g., filing, data entry, document preparation. Assist with budget tracking, reporting, and occasional financial analysis as required. Support the preparation of internal reports and dashboards for management review. Required Skills & Experience: Diploma or Degree level qualification in Accounting, Finance, or allied field Min 1-2 years' experience working in accounting / finance function. Proficiency in MS Excel and Accounting Software (SAP B1, Sage, QuickBooks or similar). Ability to proactively handle daily Business, Accounting, and Financial needs. Experience and understanding of Irish accounting regulations, VAT and invoicing compliance. Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail Professional communication skills (oral & written) Ability to work independently and in a team. Ability to work under deadlines and manage priorities efficiently. Autonomous & sense of responsibility An interest in working for a start-up. Skills: accounts assistant accounts administration bookkeeper Benefits: Paid Holidays Parking Bonus