We are working with a leading FMCG company based in Walkinstown, Dublin, seeking an Assistant Accountant to join their growing finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a part-qualified accountant looking to advance their career in a fast-paced, commercial finance environment. The successful candidate will support the Financial Controller with month-end reporting, management accounts, and financial analysis.
Key Responsibilities of Assistant Accountant :
1. Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts, including journals, accruals, and prepayments.
2. Support the month-end and year-end close process, ensuring accuracy and compliance with reporting deadlines.
3. Prepare and maintain balance sheet reconciliations, analysing and resolving variances.
4. Contribute to budgeting and forecasting activities across the business.
5. Provide financial analysis and insights to support decision-making, cost control, and profitability.
6. Collaborate with operations, supply chain, and sales teams to drive commercial performance.
7. Support audit and tax compliance requirements.
8. Participate in continuous improvement projects within the finance function and deliver ad hoc reports as needed.
Experience of Assistant Accountant:
9. Part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) actively pursuing qualification.
10. 2–4 years' experience in a finance or accounting role, ideally within the FMCG or manufacturing sector.
11. Strong Excel and analytical skills with experience in ERP systems such as SAP or Microsoft Dynamics an advantage.
12. Excellent attention to detail, strong organisational and time-management skills.
13. Strong communication and interpersonal abilities, with a proactive, team-oriented mindset.
If you would like a confidential discussion and more information on this Assistant Accountant role contact Michelle Miley