Job Description

Overview

Talent Formula (http://talentformula.co) is a consulting firm that offers outsourced financial and accounting Human Resources to Chartered Accounting firms worldwide. We currently have a Senior Auditor / Accountant position available in our McDevitt & McGlynn team. This is a new team planning to grow their offshore accounting functions support in India. This brings a great opportunity to learn while directly interacting with Irish offshore clients.
The role provides a dynamic and varied experience, with responsibilities that shift depending on the audit and accounting season. These range from audit-related activities to accounting and bookkeeping tasks, tailored to meet client needs.
McDevitt & McGlynn are a firm of Chartered Certified Accountants and Registered Auditors based in Ireland. They have 30 years' experience working with small and medium sized businesses and business owners.

Key Responsibilities:

Day-to-Day Transaction ProcessingMonitor client inboxes and manage incoming financial documents, invoices, receipts, and queries. Process purchase invoices, match to supporting documents, code accurately, and file electronically. Prepare, process, and send sales invoices to clients' customers, ensuring all revenue is captured correctly. Maintain and update accounting records within Xero/QBO, ensuring real-time accuracy and completeness.
Banking & Reconciliations
Monitor bank feeds and transactions, identify missing paperwork, and resolve discrepancies. Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, PayPal/Stripe/other payment platforms. Prepare weekly or monthly payment schedules for clients, ensuring suppliers are paid on time.
Expense Management
Oversee Receipt Bank/Dext accounts and ensure documentation is processed promptly and correctly. Prepare and maintain expenses reports for clients, following internal procedures and HMRC guidelines.
Credit Control
Run debtor reports and chase outstanding payments in line with each client's tone and process. Flag persistent debt issues to managers and support clients with improving their credit control practices.
Payroll Processing & Admin
Assist with preparing payroll data, checking timesheets, and ensuring all changes are captured accurately. Support payroll administration tasks such as pension uploads, new starter/leaver forms, and related compliance.
VAT, Compliance & Reporting
Apply VAT rules correctly when processing transactions. Assist in preparing VAT returns, management accounts prep, and year-end audit support as required.
Client Communication
Liaise with clients, their suppliers, and internal team members to resolve queries promptly. Provide exceptional service and clear communication, adapting style and detail to suit each client.

Key Skills & Attributes Technical Skills

Strong working knowledge of VAT rules and how they apply in day-to-day bookkeeping. Understanding of payroll processes (full training available, but basic knowledge required). Ability to work across multiple windows and systems efficiently. Solid Excel and Google Sheets skills. Experience with Xero/QuickBooks/Receipt Bank.

You should have

Have at least 2+ years of bookkeeping or finance assistant experience in a public practice accounting firm or any big firm. Semi qualified CA/fully qualified/ relevant degree in commerce or equivalent. Excellent attention to detail, accuracy is non-negotiable. Strong organisation and time-management skills with the ability to juggle multiple clients. Ability to prioritise effectively, make sensible judgement calls, and spot when something looks "off." Self-discipline: able to manage your own workflow and keep to internal deadlines. Flexible and adaptable, comfortable switching between clients and tasks throughout the day. * Clear communicator who can explain financial issues simply and professionally.