Vacancy NamePractice Accountant - KildareVacancy NoVN682Employment TypePermanentDurationN/ALocation CityKildareLocation CountryIrelandCompany DescriptionXeinadin was established in 2019 when more than 100 successful, independent, business advisory and accountancy practices across the UK and Ireland came together to re-imagine the future of accountancy. Our collective mission to provide locally forged, trusted business advice to SMEs through forward-thinking, close-knit relationships remains pivotal to our growth. It is our people who help drive our business forward, and we offer them future-focused career opportunities whilst supporting the individual specialisms. Our regional offices of over 1800 colleagues operate in collaboration across the Group, combining collective expertise to maximise our people's potential. As part of one Xeinadin, our colleagues are able to draw on expertise and support from across our UK, Ireland and central teams, as well as benefitting from being a part of their local communities.DescriptionOur Kildare hub is expanding and we have a new opportunity for a senior qualified accountant to join us and assume responsibility for a core portfolio of SME clients in the Kildare region.Key ResponsibilitiesPreparation of working papers and financial Statements in accordance with relevant proceduresand standardsConduct client audits and prepare tax returns (corporate and personal)Investigate all issues on assignments to arrive at a solution or proposalEnsure completion of assignments within appropriate budget and timeframeEstablish and maintain strong relationships with a diverse portfolio of clientsPrepare technical briefs and checklists for staff and clientsKey RequirementsACA/ ACCA qualified with strong Irish practice experience ideally experience in the SME accounting sector.Additional RequirementsStrong interpersonal skills and technical aptitude. Ability to work independently and as part of a wider team. Passionate about developing a career in accounting.ModelOffice BasedSalaryCompetitiveBenefitsBenefitsCompany Pension Scheme25 days of annual leave + bank holidaysAdditional annual leave days from certain levels of seniorityAbility to buy up to 5 days of annual leave to reach a maximum of 30 days per annumBusiness closure over Christmas*Life Assurance x4 annual salaryEnhanced family leave policiesEnhanced Company Sick PayEmployee Assistance Programme – 24/7 support, free and confidentialCorporate Discounts PlatformFlexible Benefits platform with ability to opt-in to various insurances (level of seniority dependent & self-funded at corporate rates) such as:PMI single or familyCritical Illness CoverCash planCycle to workEye careDentalsubject to exceptions and business needs