Accounts Manager Irish Tax & Accounts

Accounts Manager Irish Tax & Accounts

Location:

Magherafelt, Northern Ireland Working pattern:
Hybrid 3 days per week in the Magherafelt office Salary: £60,000 £ 70,000 per annum, depending on experience Annual leave: 33 days per year

Employment type:

Full-time, permanent About LMC Chartered Accountants LMC Chartered Accountants is a fast-growing, forward-thinking accountancy practice supporting clients across Northern Ireland, Great Britain and the Republic of Ireland. We are a modern, digital firm with a strong focus on high-quality client service, proactive advice and clear communication. Due to continued growth and our expansion into the Republic of Ireland market, we are seeking an experienced Accounting Manager with strong knowledge of Irish accounts and taxation.

This is a senior role with the opportunity to play a key part in developing and managing our Republic of Ireland client portfolio.

The Role We are looking for an experienced accountant who has completed relevant Republic of Ireland tax examinations and has practical experience preparing Irish company accounts and tax returns. The successful candidate will manage a portfolio of Republic of Ireland clients and oversee the delivery of accounts, corporation tax, VAT and Relevant Contracts Tax compliance. You will also provide technical support to the wider team, review work prepared by junior staff and help develop the firms Irish accounting and tax offering.

Key Responsibilities Your responsibilities will include:
Managing a portfolio of Republic of Ireland companies, sole traders and partnerships. Preparing and reviewing statutory financial statements for Irish companies. Preparing and reviewing Irish corporation tax returns. Preparing and reviewing VAT returns. Managing Relevant Contracts Tax registrations, notifications, deductions and returns. Preparing and reviewing income tax returns where required. Advising clients on Irish tax compliance, filing deadlines and payment obligations.

Reviewing bookkeeping and accounting records completed by junior team members. Managing client deadlines and ensuring all Revenue and CRO submissions are completed accurately and on time. Liaising directly with clients and Irish Revenue. Supporting clients with VAT, PAYE, RCT and corporation tax registrations. Identifying tax planning and advisory opportunities within the client portfolio. Providing technical guidance and training to other members of the team.

Assisting with the development of internal Irish tax procedures, checklists and training materials. Supporting the directors with the continued growth of the firms Republic of Ireland operations. Maintaining high standards of client care, accuracy and professional communication. Essential Experience and Qualifications Applicants must have: A recognised professional accountancy qualification, such as ACA, ACCA, CPA or Chartered Tax Adviser, or an equivalent qualification.

Completion of relevant Republic of Ireland tax examinations. Strong practical experience working with Republic of Ireland businesses. Experience preparing Irish statutory accounts. Experience preparing Irish corporation tax returns. Strong experience preparing and reviewing Irish VAT returns. Practical knowledge of Relevant Contracts Tax. A strong understanding of Irish Revenue requirements and filing deadlines. Previous experience managing a client portfolio within an accountancy practice.

Experience reviewing work and supporting or managing junior staff. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines. Confidence dealing directly with clients and providing practical advice.

Desirable Experience The following would be advantageous:
Experience working in an Irish accountancy practice.

Experience with CRO filings and company secretarial compliance. Experience advising businesses operating across Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. Experience using Xero, Bright Pay or similar cloud accounting software. Experience developing internal processes or helping to grow a new service line.

The Person We are looking for someone who is:
Technically…