Accounts Technician 

Optimize Recruitment

Kilkenny city

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Accounts Technician to join our team in Kilkenny on a part-time basis. This is a broad and varied role offering exposure across departments within a growing business environment.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the financial and operational elements of the organisation.

Reporting directly to the General Manager, the Accounts Technician will support core accounting activities alongside payroll, cost control, procurement support, administration, and internal projects.

This position would suit someone who enjoys working in a hands-on environment and is comfortable managing a varied workload with a high degree of autonomy.

Key Responsibilities

Finance & Accounting

  • Preparation of management accounts and supporting schedules
  • Day-to-day accounting preparation and reconciliations
  • Cash management and cashflow tracking
  • Payroll processing and related reporting
  • Oversight of cost control and cost reporting

Procurement & Cost Control

  • Support procurement processes
  • Track supplier costs and variances
  • Assist with cost reviews and margin analysis

Systems & IT Support

  • Act as a key internal contact for finance-related IT systems
  • Support basic IT administration and system issues
  • Liaise with external IT providers where required

HR & Administration

  • Support HR administration processes
  • Maintain employee and payroll records
  • Assist with general office administration and documentation

Projects

  • Support and participate in internal projects
  • Provide financial and administrative input into project work
  • Assist with implementation of process improvements

Candidate Requirements

Qualifications

  • Accounts Technician qualification or equivalent practical accounting qualification or demonstrable experience
  • Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in an accounts or finance support role
  • Hands-on experience with:
  • Preparation of management accounts
  • Payroll processing
  • Cash management and reconciliations
  • Cost tracking and procurement support
  • Experience working within a small or medium-sized business environment
  • Exposure to multi-functional responsibilities including finance, administration, and HR support

Skills & Competencies

  • Strong attention to detail with a practical, results-driven approach
  • Ability to work independently across a broad remit
  • Confident using accounting software and Microsoft Excel
  • Comfortable liaising with external providers including payroll, IT, and advisors
  • Well organised with the ability to prioritise effectively in a part-time role

For more information or a confidential discussion, contact:

Michelle Fleming: 0830163996

[email protected]

To apply for this job email your details to carlow@pitman-training.ie.