Junior Accounts Assistant

Forvis Mazars, Grow.Belong.Impact

Forvis Mazars in Ireland is a leading professional services firm with ambitious growth plans and over 1000 staff based in Dublin, Galway, Cork and Limerick. We are an integral part of Forvis Mazars Group, an internationally integrated partnership with over 50,000 professionals operating in over 100 countries and territories around the world.  Our strategic framework drives positive and meaningful impact for our people, the environment and local communities while delivering unmatched client experience to our clients.

Why join us

Our people are ambassadors and leaders and have a bold entrepreneurial spirit to shape the future of our industry and the communities within which we serve. We empower and develop our teams to become professionals of the highest calibre in technical and client excellence.  Our people first approach offers our teams a caring work environment which promotes belonging and inclusivity of all cultures and perspectives

The position

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Assistant to join our finance team. This role supports the day-to-day financial operations of the organisation, ensuring accurate and timely processing of financial transactions. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in accounting principles, excellent organisational skills, and a collaborative mindset.

Key responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Assist with accounts payable and receivable processes, including invoice processing and payment runs

• Reconcile bank statements and maintain accurate financial records

• Support month-end and year-end closing procedures

• Prepare and post journal entries under the supervision of senior finance staff

• Assist with VAT returns and other statutory filings

• Maintain and update financial databases and spreadsheets

• Liaise with internal departments and external stakeholders to resolve queries

• Provide administrative support to the finance team as required Remaining up to date with all accounting and regulatory standards to ensure compliance with all legislative practices.

·                  A qualification in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (e.g., ACA, ACCA, or equivalent)

·                  Previous experience ideally within a professional services environment

·                  Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., Sage, Xero, or QuickBooks)

·                  Strong attention to detail and accuracy

·                  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

·                  Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

·                  A proactive and team-oriented approach