Our client, a well established practice in Galway City, is seeking to recruit an Accounts Assistant. It is a full time permanent role, offering a competitive salary & attractive working hours, including a half day on Friday. Your new company A well-established accountancy firm based in Galway. They provide a range of services including tax advisory, bookkeeping, payroll, and insolvency support. The firm works with clients across various sectors such as construction, retail, agriculture, and family-run businesses. Your new role This role combines both accounting and payroll responsibilities, supporting the finance team in delivering high-quality services to a diverse client base. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, including bookkeeping, bank reconciliations, VAT returns, and assisting with the preparation of management accounts and year-end financial statements. They will also manage payroll processing for a portfolio of clients, ensuring compliance with PAYE, PRSI, USC, and other statutory obligations, as well as submitting returns via Revenue Online Service (ROS) What you'll need to succeed The ideal candidate will have a minimum of two years' experience in a similar role, with a strong working knowledge of Irish payroll and tax regulations. Proficiency in accounting and payroll software such as BrightPay, Sage Payroll, and Xero is essential. Excellent attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines independently are key. Strong communication and client service skills are also required, as the role involves regular interaction with clients and team members. What you'll get in return This position offers attractive working hours, including a half day on Fridays, and the opportunity to join a long-standing company with a friendly and welcoming culture that values teamwork and professional growth. 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 Skills: Accounts Receivable Accounts Payable Payroll Bookkeeping