Accountant

Are you ready for a change? Become part of F.D.C. and Associates Ltd, as part of FDC Group. 

We are seeking to hire a Qualified or Part Qualified Accountant in our Waterford City office.

Full time hours: 37.5 hrs per week (in office work only). Working hours are Monday- Thursday 8.30am to 5pm, Friday 8.30am-2pm.

FDC Group is a fast growing, full service, multi-disciplined professional services provider. Established in 1973, with headquarters in Cork and 50+ office locations nationwide, we offer a range of Accounting, Taxation, Agri-Consultancy, Financial and Business Advisory to a diversified portfolio of 30,000 + clients.

At FDC, our strength lies in our local presence. We work closely with clients in the communities, building trusted, long term relationships that make a real difference to businesses, farms, families and individuals.

Responsibilities:

• Preparation of accounts
• Adhere to all compliance deadlines
• Input into and assisting with the office work plan
• Management of multiple jobs ensuring the key objectives are delivered as required and in a timely manner
• Dealing with ad-hoc client queries

Candidate Profile:

• Minimum 12-18 months practice experience within a general accounting team
• Ability to bring accounts to trial balance or completion essential
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivation and capability of working on your own initiative
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Proficient in the use of Bright accounts production, tax pro and auto entry
• Proficient in the use of Bright Payroll
• Experience of VAT, PAYE & CT returns.

FDC Benefits

• Excellent remuneration packages reflecting experience 

• ACCA Accredited

• The opportunity to work locally, developing long term client relationships within your community 

• Strong support for personal and professional development, including our internal training

• A supportive and inclusive work culture that values collaboration and integrity

• An employee-driven charity fund

• Pension scheme 
• Aviva Care which includes access to digital GP, second medical opinion, bereavement support, family care mental health support, life assurance and PHI cover