Accounts Assistant

Barden is delighted to be working with one of our clients in the construction sector, a well-established business based in Cork, as they look to appoint a Senior Accounts Assistant to their Finance team. The company has a strong pipeline of work across Ireland and is committed to steady, sustainable growth.

Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will own the subcontractor process from start to finish and play a central part in month end. You will work closely with the Commercial and Purchasing teams, so you will see how the finances and the projects connect.

ABOUT THE ROLE

• Own the subcontractor process, from valuations through to weekly payments.
• Lead the bank reconciliations and keep the group cash position up to date.
• Prepare the weekly cashflow forecast and the debtors report.
• Reconcile the trial balance at month end.
• Prepare the VAT and Relevant Contracts Tax (RCT) returns.
• Run the weekly and monthly payroll, including the journals and reconciliations.
• Review supplier payment runs and the creditors reconciliations.

ABOUT THE PERSON

• Strong experience in a busy accounts role
• A good working knowledge of month end and reconciliations.
• Hands-on experience with payroll, VAT, or RCT.
• Construction or subcontractor experience would be a real advantage.
• Accurate, organised, and comfortable working with commercial teams.