Accountant / Financial Controller, Carlow, Dublin Pike

Accountant / Financial Controller

Location: Co. Carlow

Permanent

Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting

Prepare monthly management accounts and KPI reports.

Produce annual statutory accounts and liaise with external auditors and accountants.

Maintain the general ledger, fixed asset register, and balance sheet reconciliations.

Monitor margins by business unit (composting, skip hire, waste collection, and product sales).

Budgeting and Forecasting

Prepare annual budgets and rolling forecasts.

Analyse variances and provide recommendations to management.

Model investment proposals and capital expenditure projects.

Cash Flow and Treasury

Manage daily cash flow and banking relationships.

Prepare short- and long-term cash flow forecasts.

Monitor debtor collections and creditor payments.

Accounts Payable and Receivable

Oversee purchase ledger, supplier reconciliations, and payment runs.

Manage customer invoicing, credit control, and debt collection.

Ensure customer and supplier master data accuracy.

Payroll

Manage weekly payroll.

Manage PAYE, PRSI, pensions, and related statutory submissions.

Tax and Compliance

Prepare and file VAT, PAYE, and CSO returns.

Ensure compliance with Revenue regulations.

Support grant reporting and environmental regulatory submissions.

Operational and Commercial Support

Assist with tender submissions and pricing analysis.

Systems and Controls

Strengthen internal controls and financial procedures.

Improve reporting automation.

Support digitisation of financial and operational data.

The Person Candidate Requirements

Qualifications

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or CPA) or possibly qualified by experience.

Proven experience in a senior accounting or financial controller role.

Experience

SME and owner-managed business experience preferred.

Experience with Sage Line 50.

Technical Skills

Strong financial reporting and management accounting skills.

Advanced Excel skills.

Knowledge of Irish tax and payroll legislation.

Personal Attributes

Hands‑on and practical approach.

Strong communication skills.

Commercial mindset with attention to detail.

Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Monthly accounts completed within agreed deadlines.

Accurate cash flow forecasts.

Reduction in debtor days.

Compliance with all statutory deadlines.

Improved reporting and internal controls.

The Package Compensation and Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience.

Pension contribution.

Performance bonus potential.

Opportunity to play a strategic role in a growing business.

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