The Role

Senior Accountant - Permanent

SOUTH TIPPERARY (Office based)

Responsibilities
Based in Co Tipperary this opportunity will incorporate working as part of our Farm Office team but will also include significant communication with our various Farm Operations Managers.
The key responsibilities include;
- Prepare monthly financial packages including P&L, Balance Sheet and cashflow analysis.
- Manage the day to day Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable function, including;
o reviewing / signing off payments;
o preparing payment runs;
o managing cash;
o Process monthly journals, accruals, and prepayments.
o reviewing / submitting VAT returns; and
o signing off on monthly bank reconciliations
- Budget / Cashflow preparation and on going analysis
- Prepare the year-end accounts file and liaise with external accountants & tax consultants for year-end statutory accounts & annual tax returns.
- Seasonal Operational Management Reporting (both financial & narrative)
- Continue to improve internal systems & controls

The Person

Requirements / experience
To the successful applicant, we offer attractive remuneration, undertake further training, career progression in a growing division and an opportunity to gain knowledge of the wider business.

Candidates must have;
- an accounting qualification, with ideally two years post qualified experience
- familiarity with relevant accounting software and tools, along with an ability to progress existing systems
- a farming background or familiarity with the Department of Agricultural would be ideal but is not essential
- an interest in report writing / preparation for the various seasonal reports
- experience in financial accounting, with a focus on areas like financial reporting, reconciliations, and analysis.
- Attention to detail and well organised.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a willingness to learn.