Accounts Assistant
- Posted 15 May 2025
- LocationAthlone
- Discipline Accountancy
- Reference11577
Job description
What you need to know
We are currently recruiting for a Summer Accounts Assistant in Athlone Co. Westmeath. This is a great opportunity for an accounting or business student to gain hands-on experience in a real-world finance environment.
This is a Summer Contract position, 3–4 Days Per Week | 9am–5pm
Key Responsibilities:
What We’re Looking For:
We are currently recruiting for a Summer Accounts Assistant in Athlone Co. Westmeath. This is a great opportunity for an accounting or business student to gain hands-on experience in a real-world finance environment.
This is a Summer Contract position, 3–4 Days Per Week | 9am–5pm
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts, including full reconciliation of balance sheet accounts.
- Conduct valuation and verification of physical stock.
- Compile and deliver weekly flash reports summarising key financial performance metrics.
- Manage the full purchase ledger process, including matching purchase orders and delivery notes to invoices, posting supplier invoices, preparing weekly payment runs, and processing bank payments
- Maintain and regularly update the company’s cashflow forecast to support financial planning
- Record and post all bank receipts and payments accurately
- Perform regular bank reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy
- Prepare monthly accounts for a non-trading entity
What We’re Looking For:
- Currently pursuing a degree in accounting or a related discipline
- Working knowledge of Excel; experience with Sage 50 is an advantage
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
- Available to work 3–4 days per week over the summer months
