Junior Accountant

Overview

HireIQ is seeking a Junior Accountant to join a growing finance function in Greater Dublin. This is a hands-on opportunity for someone who wants to build a long-term accounting career while working in a supportive, fast-paced team environment.

Why this role stands out

• You’ll be part of an expanding and encouraging finance team.
• The position offers strong opportunities for learning and career growth.
• You’ll gain exposure to a wide variety of accounting tasks.
• The workplace is collaborative and dynamic.
• A competitive pay and benefits package is offered.

Role summary

Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will help manage the day-to-day finance operations while building experience in financial reporting, reconciliations, and month-end activities. The role suits a driven finance professional who wants practical exposure and steady development in accounting.

Key duties

• Support month-end and year-end accounting close activities.
• Prepare bank reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Post journals, accruals, and prepayments accurately.
• Assist with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable tasks.
• Help prepare VAT returns and financial reports.
• Keep accounting records complete, accurate, and well documented.
• Contribute to budgeting and forecasting work when needed.
• Assist with audit preparation and compliance-related tasks.
• Create financial reports and analysis for the finance team.
• Take part in ad hoc finance projects and process improvements.

Candidate profile

Applicants should have prior experience in a finance or accounting position. The ideal candidate will have an Accounting Technician qualification or be part-qualified as an accountant, along with a solid grasp of accounting fundamentals and reconciliations. Strong organisation, accuracy, communication, and teamwork skills are important. Experience with Power BI would be an advantage. Above all, the employer is looking for someone eager to learn, grow, and contribute independently as well as collaboratively.

Additional information

This role includes a competitive salary and benefits package. No specific salary figure, working hours, notice period, or vacancy count was stated in the source.