Exciting Career Opportunity – Accounting Assistant

Location: Bon Secours Health System Ireland, Citywest, Dublin 24 (Hybrid)
Full-time | Permanent

As Ireland's largest independent hospital group, Bon Secours Health System is renowned for the quality of its service provision, coupled with a rich tradition in healthcare. Bon Secours Health System is a not-for-profit organisation with a mission centred on providing compassionate, world-class medical treatment to all those we serve. With over 4,000 staff and 500 leading consultants, we care for more than 400,000 patients annually.

We are delighted to announce an opportunity for an Accounting Assistant and are now inviting applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates.

Role Purpose

The Accounting Assistant supports day-to-day financial operations across Bon Secours Health System (BSHS), performing general accounting tasks and maintaining accurate records. This role is within the Group Finance Shared Services team, supporting functions such as month-end close, reconciliations, journal entries, and reporting.

This position plays a vital role in ensuring the completeness and accuracy of general ledger data and provides support to other finance staff as needed.

Candidate Criteria:

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA or equivalent), part-qualified accountant, or qualified by experience. (Desirable)

Experience

Minimum of 3 years’ progressive experience in accounting or finance.
Strong working knowledge of core accounting principles and procedures.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with finance software tools.
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
Clear and effective communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across diverse teams.
Accounting experience within a healthcare environment. (Desirable)

Experience using Sage X3. (Desirable)
Experience in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A). (Desirable)

Skills

Proven experience in a comparable finance role.
Strong technical accounting knowledge.
Ability to support both Internal and External Audit functions.
Proven ability to manage competing demands without compromising performance.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including negotiation and influencing abilities.
Innovative thinker with the ability to identify and manage barriers to change.
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Excellent organising skills, including awareness of the importance of value for money.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts in line with GAAP and company financial policies.
Prepare and post journal entries, supporting month-end and year-end close activities including accruals, receivables, payables, and fixed assets.
Perform key account reconciliations (e.g., cash, inventory, patient receivables, intercompany).
Compile, validate, and report financial data for management and audit purposes.
Support internal and external audits by preparing required documentation and schedules.
Collaborate with other finance functions (Accounts Payable, Payroll, Procurement) to ensure accuracy and consistency of financial data.
Assist departments with financial queries, reports, and interpretation of financial results.
Contribute to process improvements, digital tool adoption, and team cross-training initiatives.

To Apply: Please submit your application through our website/Workday.

Informal enquiries to Clare Bevins cbevins@bonsecours.ie

Bon Secours Health System is an equal opportunities employer. Our values of Human Dignity, Compassion, Stewardship, Service and Integrity guide everything we do. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees have the opportunity to thrive. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, abilities and perspectives, and provide reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process.

Assistant Accountant - Finance

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