Accountant - Public Sector

Job Title: Accountant

Location: Dublin

Salary: Competitive depending on experience

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

About us:

At Crowleys DFK we recognise that it's our people who make us who we are. We pride ourselves on our value-based culture which creates a caring, inclusive, innovative and collaborative environment - a culture where you can take your career to the next level. We celebrate the different skillsets, backgrounds, and talents in all our people and are always looking for experienced professionals to join our team.

If you want to work for a progressive and successful firm, one founded on teamwork and that offers you support at every stage of your career, then that firm is Crowleys DFK!

About the role:

Due to exciting and continued growth, our Public Sector & Government Service Department are looking for an Accountant to join their team.

Our Public Sector & Government Services department provide expertise in the provision of accounting and advisory services to our public sector clients. Our department's financial advisory and business advisory assignments are in areas such as financial reporting framework implementation, MIS design, strategic finance support, risk management, internal audits and governance compliance. It is the ideal place for professionals looking for challenging but fulfilling opportunities.

Key duties:

• Working closely with a wide range of business owners and CFO's providing them with real time financial information
• Providing support and managing relationships for a varied and diverse portfolio of clients, ensuring client expectations are exceeded and building strong working relationships with them
• Responsibility for all aspects of services delivered for your clients including bookkeeping, VAT and management accounts
• Financial reporting and financial analysis
• Advisory services on internal controls to public sector clients
• Assisting in statutory VAT reporting
• Providing AP, AR, and GL support to a varied portfolio of clients
• Preparation of annual statutory financial statements for audit exempt companies
• Mentoring junior employees on the team
• Preparation of accounts and supporting financial schedules to facilitate group reporting

About you:

• Qualified Accountant with a minimum of 1 years' practice or industry experience
• Prior Public Sector experience is desirable but not essential
• Working knowledge of Xero is desirable but not essential
• Very strong technical accounting skills, possess the ability to prioritise and plan assignments
• Can do attitude, ability to multitask and prioritise tasks
• Excellent time management skills and attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to prioritise and plan assignments

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation package including excellent benefits.
• Flexible Working hours, Hybrid Working structure, Work from Anywhere policy
• Multiple internal growth and career progression opportunities through our Competency and Career Paths Framework and a comprehensive Learning & Development Programme to develop your skills and knowledge.
• Focus on your mental health with our health and wellbeing initiatives and training.
• Participate in exciting events and activities organised by our Sports & Social Team and make an impact on the community by getting involved with our chosen Charity Partner.
• Kickback and relax by enjoying year-round 3pm finish Fridays and a paid day off on your Birthday.

Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role.

Candidates with experience of; Public Sector Accountant, Chartered Accountancy, ACCA, ACA, FCCA, Bookkeeper, Financial Planner, Finance Manager, Chartered Accountant, Financial Accountancy, Senior Accountant, Financial Controller, Qualified Accountant may also be considered for this role.