Graduate Accountant

About the Role: We have an immediate vacancy for a Graduate Accountant to join our Finance team. The role will be based in our head office in Mallow, Co. Cork.The Graduate Training programme will guarantee you broad based, hands on, practical experience in a supportive and encouraging learning environment. As a Graduate Accountant, you will be responsible for assisting the accounting and finance team in various financial tasks. This position offers an excellent opportunity for recent graduates to gain practical experience and develop their skills in a professional work environment. You will work closely with experienced accountants and finance professionals to support the organisations financial operations and contribute to its success. You will also receive support towards gaining a professional accountancy qualification.Key Responsibilities:General Ledger Maintenance: Assist in maintaining and updating the general ledger by recording transactions accurately and in a timely mannerAccounts Payable and Receivable: Help in processing and reconciling accounts payable and accounts receivable transactionsBank Reconciliation: Assist in reconciling the company's bank statements and identifying any discrepanciesInventory Accounting: Assist in inventory planning and accuracy at company and group level by liaising with key suppliers, customers, and internal teams to meet commercial requirementsFinancial Analysis: Help in analysing financial data including contract profitability and progress reporting, costing and margin analysisFinancial Reporting: Assist in preparing financial statements and profitability reports at contract, business unit and company levelExpense Management: Assist in monitoring and analysing expenses to ensure accuracy and adherence to budgetary guidelinesAuditing Support: Assist with internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and informationBudgeting and Forecasting: Participate in the budgeting and forecasting process to aid in financial planning and decision-makingSoftware Utilization: Utilize accounting software and other financial tools proficiently to streamline processes and maintain accurate recordsCommunication: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, providing financial information and insights as requiredKey Competencies and Skills:Strong understanding of accounting principles and practicesProficiency in using accounting software and Microsoft OfficeDetail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in data entry and analysisExcellent organisational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks effectivelyStrong analytical and problem-solving abilities and a commercial awarenessEffective written and verbal communication skills to liaise with colleagues at all levels of the businessAbility to work collaboratively in a team environmentAdaptability and willingness to learn and grow in the accounting professionQualifications:Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related fieldCompensation Package:Competitive salary and benefits packageRobust graduate training programmeOpportunities for professional development and career growthCPD accredited employerA collaborative and supportive work environmentLaptop or desktop providedFlexible working options, dependent on location and role requirementsSee company website for more information on the benefits of working in EPS Group We welcome speculative applications from individuals of all levels.If you are interested in working with us but are not sure if the role above is for you, please feel free to get in touch for an informal discussion about what we do and what you could bring to the team. If you need any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request during your recruitment journey, please let our recruiting team know.Speak to our recruiting team on 022-31200 or email jobs@epswater.com. Equal Opportunity Statement - EPS Group is an equal opportunities employer. Company ProfileSince 1968, we have grown from a modest electrical and pumping services business and developed into an innovative, internationally exporting product and service provider, now focused upon the water, wastewater and clean technology sectors, operating across the Republic of Ireland, the UK and Northern Europe.We are an international water infrastructure specialist, one of the few genuine end-to-end service providers in the global water sector, providing large scale employment, bringing market leading and ground breaking technologies to Ireland and working to improve the country's water infrastructure.Our vision is to be the best and most rewarding place to work for our teams, to be our customer’s outstanding partner of choice and we are committed to being a Net Zero, sustainable business.