Senior Accountant

**Senior Accountant Permanent Role South Tipperary ( Onsite)** A growing company is seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Accountant to join its finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant to play a key role in our finance department. Working as part of our accounts team, you will be responsible for preparing accurate financial information, supporting month\-end reporting, and helping ensure the smooth day\-to\-day operation of the finance function. **Key Responsibilities** * Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports. * Maintain the company's accounting system, including Sage 200\. * Assist with month\-end and year\-end financial processes. * Prepare VAT returns and other statutory filings. * Monitor cash flow and prepare financial analysis to support business decisions. * Support budgeting and forecasting activities. * Monitor project costing, work in progress (WIP) and contract profitability. * Analyse project performance and provide financial insights to management. * Manage credit control activities, including monitoring debtor accounts, following up on outstanding payments and maintaining strong customer relationships. * Perform bank, supplier and balance sheet reconciliations. * Liaise with external auditors, accountants and financial institutions. * Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and reporting. * Work collaboratively with colleagues across the business to provide financial support and analysis. * Ensure compliance with company policies and relevant accounting standards. **Have You:** * Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CPA or CIMA). * Previous experience in a similar accounting role. * Experience with Sage 200 or a similar ERP/accounting system is desirable. * Strong Microsoft Excel skills. * Experience with project costing, WIP reporting or contract accounting is desirable. * Excellent analytical and organisational skills. * High level of accuracy and attention to detail. * Strong communication and relationship\-building skills. * Self\-motivated with the ability to manage your workload and meet deadlines. **What We Offer** * Competitive salary based on experience. * A varied and rewarding role within a growing Irish engineering company. * Supportive and collaborative team environment. * Ongoing professional development opportunities. * Long\-term career progression. **If you would like to discuss this vacancy further or to discuss your career options in confidence, please send your profile to** **jburke@berkley\-group.com** **Berkley Business \& Technology is a specialist consultancy, recruiting professionals for organizations throughout Ireland, UK \& Europe; for more information go to www.berkley\-group.com**