Practice Accountant (Qualified Accountant)

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About the Role If you are a Fully Qualified Practice Accountant living in Cork, looking for a position that offers you career progression and work-life balance, our firm might be the right place for you. We are especially interested in candidates who are considering acquiring the ACCA Practicing Certificate, and we would be happy to support their journey. At our growing firm, we offer the opportunity to take ownership of a portfolio of clients and work across a broad range of accounting, tax and advisory services. We are seeking a motivated and capable qualified Accountant who would like to learn and grow with our firm. At the same time we offer flexible hours, the freedom to set your own hours, work with a system that works best for you. Our location in Carrigaline puts us very close to local outdoor amenities and scenic coastal walks. This position is ideally suited to someone with Irish practice experience and who is confident in handling core compliance work, communicates well with clients, and is looking to expand their knowledge across many areas and progress quickly. About Us Richard OShea Consultancy is a modern accountancy practice focused on delivering high-quality, practical solutions to SMEs. We operate a technology-driven environment designed to improve efficiency and reduce admin, allowing our team to focus on meaningful client work. We value professionalism, initiative, and a straightforward, no-nonsense approach to client service. Key Responsibilities Prepare financial statements for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies Prepare and file income tax, corporation tax, and VAT returns Manage a portfolio of clients and act as a key point of contact Respond to client queries in a timely and professional manner Prepare management accounts and assist clients with financial reporting Oversee bookkeeping and payroll for clients Handle Revenue registrations and correspondence Assist with company secretarial duties (annual returns, RBO filings) Contribute to improving internal processes and workflows Requirements Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CPA or equivalent) Minimum 2+ years’ experience in an Irish accountancy practice Strong understanding of VAT, payroll, bookkeeping, and tax compliance Experience with accounting software (e.g. QuickBooks, Xero) Good communication skills and ability to deal directly with clients Strong attention to detail and ability to manage deadlines Self-motivated with a willingness to take ownership of work What We Offer Competitive salary: €52,000 – €55,000 DOE Flexible working hours (flexible start and finish times) Exposure to a wide and varied client base Opportunity to take on real responsibility and grow within the role Supportive and professional working environment Ongoing learning and development Modern systems and tools to support your work