Accountant / Senior Accounts Assistant (Maternity Cover)

About the role

Our client, a prestigious 4‑star castle hotel in Co. Sligo, is seeking an experienced Accountant or Senior Accounts Assistant for a 9‑month fixed‑term maternity cover. This hands‑on position will support the day‑to‑day financial operations of a busy hotel and work closely with senior management.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the full accounting function including AP, AR, payroll, general ledger and financial reporting.
• Oversee daily finance operations, reconcile cash, credit‑card receipts and bank statements.
• Prepare weekly revenue and payroll reports and produce monthly management accounts.
• Submit VAT returns on time and assist with year‑end accounts and external auditors.
• Maintain and reconcile Property Management System ledgers, working with the Front Office team.
• Process weekly payroll, new employee setup, statutory submissions and expense claims.
• Handle accounts receivable and payable, including invoicing, credit control and supplier payments.
• Ensure accurate integration between POS, PMS and accounting systems and reconcile gift‑card sales.

Required profile

• Permission to work in the Republic of Ireland.
• Minimum three years’ experience in a similar accounting role.
• Previous payroll experience (desirable).
• Experience with Sage 50 Accounts, Sage Micropay and hotel PMS such as Guestline (advantageous).
• Knowledge of VAT and PAYE compliance.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and Office skills.
• Excellent attention to detail, organisational abilities and communication skills.
• Fluent written and spoken English.

Required skills

• Sage 50 Accounts
• Sage Micropay
• Guestline Property Management System
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Office

What we offer

• Fixed‑term maternity cover contract (9 months).
• Opportunity to contribute to a well‑established hospitality business.