Trainee Accountant

Our client a well-known Insurance is currently seeking to recruit a trainee accountant to join its growing finance team based in our Dublin office. The successful candidate will be joining a supportive and inspiring team of professionals. The finance team comprises 5 based in Dublin responsible for core finance activities such as accounts payable, management accounts, payroll, etc., along with a further 6 in the client accounts team based in Urlingford.

What will my day-to-day look like?

The trainee accountant role supports an effective and efficient finance function. Responsibilities include;

• Processing insurer invoices, payments, reconciliations and dealing with any queries that arise.
• Bank transaction posting and reviews on insurer system.
• Daily cash lodgement checks and reviews.
• Reviewing card payment transactions and reconciliations.
• Processing client refunds.
• Assist in the month end processing – running reports, reviewing errors or issues, and assisting other team members with month-end specific tasks.
• Assist in the month end processing – posting income journals, and reconciling assigned client accounts and cash receipts platforms with appropriate back up.

Sounds good, what do I need to get an Interview?

• A relevant honours degree (Accounting / Business).
• Must be looking to study towards a professional accountancy qualification (ACCA/CPA/ACA)
• Strong end-user computing skills and experience in MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint demonstrate through courses or work experience the aptitude to upskill with new systems.
• Proven communication skills and a team player that can actively listen to team activities and shares information and knowledge to help the team meet its objectives.
• Strong attention to detail and a self-starter who can work competently without the need for supervision.

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