Accounting Technician

Job Title: Accounting Technician Location: Galway (office-based) Overview A well-established Galway-based business is seeking an Accounting Technician to join its finance team. This role suits someone living locally who is comfortable working in a busy office and can bring both experience and practical judgement to the position. The company is open to fully qualified or part-qualified candidates who have worked in a similar accounts role and are ready to take responsibility for day-to-day finance duties. Key Responsibilities Co-ordinating and tagging new fixed assets in line with fixed asset policy Maintenance, review and update of Fixed Asset Register Asset tracking and cyclical counting as per fixed asset policy Disposals and impairment reviews Review travel and subsistence claims for compliance with relevant policies and documentation. Liaise with staff regarding queries and clarifications on the claims. Accounts payable function support including processing invoices and payments. Setting up now vendors. Bank reconciliations. Audit support provide support for both internal and external audits Ad-hoc support on various projects as and when required Requirements Must be based in Galway or the surrounding area, as this is an on-site role that offers working from home once the job is learned. Accounting Technician qualification (ATI) or working towards a recognised qualification such as ACCA, ACA or CIMA Part-qualified and fully qualified candidates will both be considered Previous experience in a similar accounts, finance or bookkeeping role Good working knowledge of accounting software and Excel Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records A practical, common-sense approach to problem solving Ability to manage workload, meet deadlines and work well as part of a team