Accounts Manager Irish Tax & Accounts in Magherafelt

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 firm's Irish accounting and tax offering.

Key Responsibilities

• 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 firm's Republic of Ireland operations.
• Maintaining high standards of client care, accuracy and professional communication.

Essential Experience and Qualifications

• 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

• 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, BrightPay 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 strong and confident in Irish accounts and taxation.
• Proactive and solutions-focused.
• Comfortable taking ownership of a client portfolio.
• Commercially aware and able to identify opportunities to support clients.
• Approachable and confident when communicating with clients.
• Highly organised and capable of managing competing priorities.
• Supportive of junior staff and willing to share technical knowledge.
• Interested in helping build and develop a growing Republic of Ireland department.
• Committed to delivering accurate work and excellent client service.

What We Offer

• Salary of £60,000 - £70,000, depending on experience.
• 33 days annual leave.
• Hybrid working, with 3 days per week based in our Magherafelt office.
• A senior management position within a growing and ambitious accountancy practice.
• The opportunity to lead and shape our Republic of Ireland accounts and tax service.
• A varied portfolio of clients across multiple sectors.
• A modern, digital working environment.
• Supportive directors and a collaborative team.
• Genuine opportunities for career progression as the firm continues to grow.

How to Apply

Please submit your CV, along with a brief covering note outlining your experience in Republic of Ireland accounts, VAT, corporation tax and RCT, by clicking the APPLY button below.