Your new company A thriving accountancy based in Oranmore Galway, serving a broad client base from small businesses to large employers with efficient, compliant, and tech-driven financial services. Your new role In this role, you will manage bookkeeping tasks on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis for a diverse portfolio of clients across various industries. You will be responsible for preparing and submitting VAT returns, performing bank reconciliations, and maintaining financial records using platforms such as Surf, Sage, Quick Books, and Xero. The ideal candidate will take ownership of complex or high-volume client accounts and ensure the accuracy of junior staff entries. You will also play a key role in training and supporting junior team members, identifying and escalating client issues, and contributing to the development of internal systems and quality control procedures. Payroll processing is a significant part of this role, including handling high-volume payrolls using Thesaurus or Bright Pay, while ensuring full compliance with Revenue regulations and deadlines. Strong communication skills are essential, as you will liaise directly with clients to gather and clarify information and collaborate with colleagues to support accurate year-end financial and payroll reporting. What you'll need to succeed The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of experience in a bookkeeping and payroll role within an accountancy or payroll practice. They will demonstrate advanced Excel skills and a strong grasp of data analysis techniques. A proven ability to manage client relationships independently and meet deadlines is essential, along with a thorough understanding of payroll legislation and Revenue compliance requirements. The ideal candidate will be tech-savvy, quick to learn new systems, and possess excellent communication and time management skills. They should be flexible, reliable, and willing to take on additional responsibilities as needed, while maintaining discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive financial and payroll data. What you'll get in return Full training on our systems is provided, along with opportunities for growth within a modern accountancy and payroll firm. A competitive salary will be offered, aligned with your experience and performance. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Ireland is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment (Ireland) Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be Benefits: Dependent on experience