by Terence O'Hara | Mar 4, 2025
Excellent New opportunity for a Personal Lines Account Handler for a busy insurance broker in Cork.
- Permanent
- Salary €30,000 – €38,000 DOE & APA Qualification
- Great benefits and study support
- Hybrid available after training period
- Insurance discount for motor, home, and travel
Task & Duties
- Undertaking market research and issuing competitive and tailored insurance quotations to new and existing customers, for personal cars, vans, and homes. Ensuring all documentation is in place and payment processed.
- Providing day to day support and servicing to clients on their insurance needs e.g., issuing renewals including market comparisons, finalising insurance placements, and updating policy schedules
- Managing ad hoc client requests as they arise including queries on their policies, applying mid-term adjustments, claims reporting etc.
- Staying up to date on insurer products / rates and competitor activity in the marketplace
- Maintaining good file management and documentation to ensure compliance with all legal requirements, Central Bank codes and company procedures and business ethics.
Experience and Qualification
- We are looking for an energic and driven Personal Lines Account Handler, with previous experience working in general insurance broking or in an insurance company.
- APA or CIP qualifications (some or all)
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Strong IT skills with previous experience of Relay being desirable but not essential.
- Excellent customer service and organisation skills with strong attention to detail
- Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative.
by Nycola Hillis | Mar 4, 2025
Excellent opportunity for an HR Advisor to join a well-known HR services provider based in Cork. This is a permanent office-based role, Salary is Depending on experience There are also excellent benefits including a pension.
Tasks and Responsibilities:
- Keeping your personal knowledge of HR and Employment Law and best practice continually up-to-date by referring to Company training and updates.
- Achieving measured set KPIs to support all clients with high-quality advice in a productive manner within set SLAs. You will predominantly deliver advice by telephone, with additional interactions through email and video conference.
- Actively owning cases from start to finish, building rapport and relationships with clients on each interaction.
- Logging all advice accurately onto our bespoke internal system, taking ownership and responsibility for ongoing cases.
- Providing clients with supporting information/documentation to assist them in the advice provided.
- Ensuring that the advice given is consistent with the client’s HR documentation and internal policies.
- Following internal protocols for managing and escalating cases where applicable.
- Effectively managing a changing portfolio of on-going and complex client cases through the provision of guidance and support to the client.
- Presenting HR and employment law training to client and non-client groups via video conference or in person.
- Being flexible and adaptable in order to ensure that the client’s service is always of a high standard.
- Offering clients options regarding the take up of other products we provide and making recommendations accordingly.
- Assisting other departments when required, particularly the HR Consultancy department in the provision and updating of employment contracts and handbooks.
Skills and Experience:
- Extensive knowledge of employment law and HR best practices. (minimum 1 year)
- Exceptional communication skills and the ability to interact with clients in a professional and confident manner.
- Strong written English skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to prioritize workload and work efficiently under pressure.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to present information accurately.
- Proficient in word processing.
- Highly detail-oriented.
by Nathaniel O'Reilly | Feb 18, 2025
by Nathaniel O'Reilly | Feb 18, 2025
We are seeking a highly skilled and qualified Senior Accountant to manage a diverse portfolio of clients.
The Senior Accountant will oversee the review of financial accounts and tax computations for sole traders, companies, and partnerships. This role offers early client interaction and significant career development opportunities within a dynamic and growth-oriented environment.
Key Responsibilities:
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Prepare and review financial accounts and tax computations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and adherence to industry regulations.
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Manage a varied portfolio of clients across multiple industries, providing tailored financial guidance and strategic support.
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Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as the primary point of contact for all financial matters.
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Collaborate with colleagues to enhance client services and contribute to the firm’s overall growth strategy.
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Implement financial strategies that align with clients’ business objectives and drive long-term success.
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Stay informed on evolving financial regulations and industry best practices to provide up-to-date, high-quality advice.
Experience & Skills Required:
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CPA, ACCA, or ACA certification with a minimum of three years’ experience in public practice.
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Strong knowledge of accounting principles, tax regulations, and compliance standards with exceptional attention to detail.
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Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with a commitment to delivering top-tier client service.
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Proven ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently while meeting strict deadlines.
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Strong commercial awareness with the capability to provide practical, client-focused financial solutions.
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Willingness to learn, adapt, and grow professionally within a dynamic and evolving role.
by Nathaniel O'Reilly | Feb 17, 2025
We are searching for an experienced and skilled Part Qualified Accountant. This role offers the opportunity to play an integral part in the day-to-day financial operations, driving efficiency, Client relationship and ensuring accuracy in the company’s financial processes.
The Part Qualified Accountant will be key in maintaining smooth financial operations and contributing to the company’s continued success.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare year-end non-audit company accounts and working papers up to review stage.
- Reconcile balance sheet items, including VAT, payroll, leases, hire purchases, and fixed assets.
- Apply solid knowledge of accounting principles to post journals onto accounting software accurately.
- Assist in the preparation of management accounts.
- Prepare statutory financial statements, ensuring compliance with deadlines, checklists, and procedural requirements.
- Support year-end close processes, including the preparation of year-end journals.
- Assist in the preparation of Corporation Tax returns.
- Confidently liaise with clients over the phone and through written correspondence.
- Provide assistance to managers on special client projects and assignments.
Skill and Experience:
- Part-qualified ACA/ACCA accountant.
- Minimum of 2+ years of general accounting practice experience.
- Results-driven with strong technical abilities and financial acumen.
- Excellent communication skills with a strong focus on customer care.
- Highly organized with excellent planning abilities.
- Proficient in both written and spoken English.
- Ability to work independently and take initiative
- Intermediate to advanced Excel skills preferred.
- Experience with the Microsoft Office Suite.
Rewards:
- Performance related bonus
- Professional subscriptions
- Pension
- CPD allowance and continuous training and support in a collaborative dynamic firm.
