Senior Accountant

We have an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounting and taxation professional to take a leadership role within a busy practice environment. This position combines client portfolio management, team leadership, operational oversight, and tax advisory responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with an established portfolio of clients, acting as a trusted advisor on a range of financial and taxation matters.
• Drive the growth objectives of the practice by identifying opportunities to expand services and enhance client engagement.
• Prepare and review personal, corporate, and business tax returns across a diverse client base, including farming and commercial sectors.
• Provide taxation, business, and consultancy support to clients, delivering practical and commercially focused advice.
• Lead the daily operations of the office, ensuring workflows, resources, and client assignments are managed efficiently.
• Coordinate and allocate client work while providing regular updates and reporting to the Regional Manager.
• Support, mentor, and guide junior team members, fostering professional development and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
• Take responsibility for office budget planning, expenditure monitoring, and overall operational performance.
• Ensure all assignments are completed to a high professional standard and within agreed deadlines.

Skills & Experience

• Qualified Accountant with a minimum of 7 years’ post-qualification experience within a professional practice environment.
• Strong technical expertise across all areas of Irish taxation.
• Proven experience managing a client portfolio and delivering high-quality advisory services.
• Demonstrated leadership experience, including coaching, mentoring, and developing junior staff.
• Experience overseeing office operations and managing budgets effectively.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with both clients and colleagues.
• Strong organisational abilities with the capacity to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to identifying business development opportunities.
• Self-motivated, results-driven, and committed to ongoing professional growth.
• Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively within a team environment.