Accounts Assistant - Finance Department (BDO Ireland)

at  BDO Ireland

BDO Ireland is currently seeking an Accounts Assistant to join our Finance Department. This is a full-time position located at BDO Ireland’s Head Office in Dublin.
The role will involve elements of Accounts Receivable/Cash Management, Practice Management, and Accounts Payable functions, together with general office duties.
BDO Ireland has an ambitious strategy that envisions significant future business growth across existing and new services. This growth will be underpinned by a people strategy that will establish BDO as a home for top talent and create an environment where our people can develop and grow.
Key Responsibilities

Accounts Receivable/Cash Management

• Review and analysis of cash receipts across multiple company bank accounts.
• Recording and allocation of all debtor/sundry cash receipts.
• Daily reconciliation of bank accounts.

Practice Management

• Analysis and recording of client outlays and disbursements.
• Co-ordination of monthly staff timesheet approval.
• Preparation of partner information reports.

Accounts Payable

• Preparation of intercompany bank transfers.
• Identifying and processing client refunds as required.

General Duties

• Expenditure variance analysis.
• Preparation of various general ledger journals.
• General filing, photocopying, post etc.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Proficient IT skills and great knowledge of Microsoft applications in particular Excel.
• Ability to work on own initiative and to agreed reporting timetables.
• Excellent time management and self-motivation skills.
• A proactive mindset with the ability to identify problems and propose solutions in a timely manner.
• A high level of discretion required.

Benefits

• State of the art high tech office
• Onsite gym, secure bike park and showers
• Onsite complimentary barista (yes, they can do flat whites (-:)
• Central Dublin location
• Together Anywhere Leave
• Extra Annual Leave Purchase Scheme
• Career Progression
• Travel Green Allowance Voucher
• Digi Doc (Digital doctor service)
• BDO Learning & Development programme.
• Access to company pension

About BDO Ireland
As part of the fifth largest global professional services firm, BDO stands as a leading force in Ireland’s accountancy, tax, advisory, and consulting realm. Working with us fuels your career’s purpose at every turn, offering unmatched breadth, quality, responsibility, and AI exposure.
BDO Ireland is a key player in the international BDO network—the world’s largest European-led accounting group. With an excellent partner-to-staff ratio, our 91,054 experts collaborate with clients, delivering impactful advice from 1,658 locations across 167 countries.
At BDO, we prioritise how we treat our people—colleagues and clients alike. Our international recognition for a mindful and compassionate company culture reflects our commitment to placing individuals at the heart of all we pursue.

• Expenditure variance analysis.
• Preparation of various general ledger journals.
• General filing, photocopying, post etc