Financial Assistant jobs in Ireland

1. Provide comprehensive support for clients' E-Commerce business operations and initiatives.
2. Work in tandem with global cross-functional teams to refine E-Commerce platform operations. Support the integration of new technologies and tools to enhance e-commerce capabilities.
3. Analyze technical and functional tickets to understand requirements and facilitate effective communication between client and Module teams.
4. Take ownership of unique requests related to regional specificities that fall outside the standard tracking framework.
5. Identify and address issues and obstacles faced by the subsidiary client, effectively resolving matters of low to medium complexity with the involvement of stakeholders. Possesses the autonomy to escalate situations as necessary.
8. Generate and share regular and irregular reports about issues raised by client.
9. Take the lead in rolling out new features through end-to-end support, from clarifying subsidiary requirements to hyper care.
10. Participate in sales strategies and discussions with the Regional Office and subsidiary to drive growth and enhance customer experience.

• At least with Bachelor’s degree
• 3 – 7 years of relevant work experience with E-commerce platform (OBS or non-OBS)
• Experience in E-commerce, online marketing, and client relationship management or project management.
• Experience with E-Commerce platform operations is a bonus.
• Must have hands-on experience with e-commerce platform - Magento (Experience with AEM, ECS or GERP are advantageous)
• Familiarity with service/ticket management tools such as Jira or Confluence.
• Familiarity with Project management tools
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a talent for building rapport with clients and team members.
• Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement. Willing to work in shifts to support global operations.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Chance to work with a global leader in consulting services and innovative solutions.

You get to work with inspiring and meaningful projects. Our focus is education and coaching alongside practical experience to ensure your personal development. We value our employees and you will be able to control your own development with an individual progression plan. You will quickly grow into a responsible role with challenging and stimulating assignments. Moreover, you will be part of an interdisciplinary environment that emphasizes high quality and knowledge exchange. Plus, we offer:
• Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.

Your key responsibilities

• Intelligent Automation Solution design

• Designing, building, deploying and managing automation solutions using industry leading software like Blue Prism and UiPath as well as solutions build using other technologies such as python.

• Engaging with clients at all levels across the organisation both business & technology functions

• Nurturing long-term trusted advisor relationships

• Training and managing junior staff and client staff, including quality assurance of client deliverables

• Sensitively responding to client requirements and providing subject matter expertise

• A pragmatic adaptable problem solver that embraces the challenge of defining innovative solutions to unique problems

• Dedicated, quick learner that continuously builds capability in own skill set and can master key technical, functional and professional skills.

• Proficient in: written and verbal communication, presentation, client service and technical writing skills,

• Interest in further developing and integrating operations with technology skills

• Comfortable researching client inquiries and emerging issues, including regulations, industry practices, and new technologies

Key requirements

• As a minimum, a bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Technology or related fields

• Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in consulting, business analysis, project management or development in the area of Intelligent Automation

• Proficiency or certification in Microsoft Power Platform, Microsoft Office tools, Blue Prism, UiPath, Automation Anywhere and/or other relevant tools

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work on complex projects and deliver actionable insights

EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.

Qualification

• LL. B (professional qualification)

Key responsibilities will include the following:

• Drafting, reviewing, negotiating, finalising and advising on client and procurement contracts (for EY and its global network member firms) and shall include:
• IT contracts for multiple EY divisions and variety of technologies (such as AI, robotics, analytics),
• Software License contracts, Hosted software/Hosted Services Agreements;
• IT Services agreements; Outsourcing Agreements, Managed Services Agreement, Software support agreements; SLAs
• Client Contracts (Engagement Agreement, Teaming Agreement, Sub-Contract Agreement, RFPs, Managed Services Agreement).
• Act as a point of contact for EY’s business/procurement teams and support the legal team.
• Have a thorough understanding of general key business risks that need to be managed (training will be facilitated in respect of EY’s specific risk management framework)
• Assist with creating, facilitating, and delivering training to the team members.
• Collaborating with internal specialist functions including Independence, onshore legal teams, Security, Privacy and Risk Management
• Maintaining an understanding of the impact of changes in EY policies, organizational structure, and procedures.
• Handling, mentoring, and leading a team of legal counsels
• Guiding and handholding the junior team members in their day-to-day transactions

Skills and attributes for success

• You will be provided with training and coaching on the job.
• We are looking for someone who has the following attributes and skills:
• A pragmatic problem solver
• A drive to continuously build and master key technical, functional and professional skills
• Self-starter and motivated
• Ability to effectively manage a demanding workload with tight deadlines in a fast-paced, challenging and demanding environment

Experience and qualifications

• Law Graduate/LL.B, with 5-8 years of post-qualification experience in drafting, reviewing and negotiating technology contracts or other complex contracts with an appreciation of general legal and risk management issues. Experience in US and UK laws are preferred
• Experience in dealing with IT contracts - S.I programs, niche projects / agile approach, IT advisory, Program Management / Change around IT programs, Program/software development projects.
• Previous risk management at a professional services firm
• Experience of senior management and stakeholder management
• Interest in the area of risk management or compliance
• Knowledge of data protection (GDPR/CCPA), privacy and security terms
• Confidence delivering subject matter content to peers and seniors (to facilitate training either in person or online)
• Understanding of compliance related concepts such as Independence, Conflicts.
• Holds experience of collaboration in multi-vendor IT landscapes
• Experiences in drafting and negotiating IP terms in contracts

General Information

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship:Yes

Contract Type:Full-Time – Permanent

FAAS are the trusted business advisors to our client’s finance and reporting organisations, providing practical support and end-to-end business solutions in the areas of financial reporting, accounting and business transactions and financial control. FAAS is a client-facing service offering, focused on generating value-add relationships with our clients and supporting them with the continuous development of their finance functions. With an effective and efficient finance function now critical to successful business performance, our FAAS services help clients address the various challenges in their business. Our core service offerings include:

• Accounting and Reporting Services
• Transaction accounting, IPO and Capital Markets Services
• Finance Processes, Internal Controls and Analytics Services
• Treasury and Finance Support Services
• Non Financial Reporting & ESG Services

Our FAAS professionals combine technical knowledge with business and industry insights, assisting our clients to make informed strategic decisions, thus helping them gain a competitive advantage through better decision-making

Your key responsibilities

• Growing the finance optimisation business by actively pursuing new business opportunities, client contacts and areas of growth;
• Networking & representing the FAAS practice at events, client seminars and similar;
• Leading the day to day delivery on client engagement projects to maintain quality and our promise for exceptional service delivery to all our clients;
• Client management and liaison with senior client stakeholders with a view to build strong working relationships with our clients.
• Managing performance of junior team members through on the job coaching, mentoring and providing constructive and timely performance feedback;
• Liaison with other EY teams and Service lines, is necessary, to ensure seamless solution to our clients;
• Keeping engagement leaders updated on progress on the engagement and bringing to their attention any issues in a timely manner with proposed solutions;
• Leading consultations and research in line with agreed engagement execution plans to support deliverables to our clients;
• Preparation of high-quality client deliverables including (but not limited to) technical accounting analysis papers, GAAP compliant financial statements, project reports, special purpose financial information, accounting policies documentation and the implementation of improvements to our clients’ internal control environments;
• Presentation of the results of our work to senior team members or clients in a clear and concise manner;
• Development of our talent pool through our internal people initiative like training, counselling, mentoring, role modelling and promoting general wellbeing of our people.

We

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Accountancy qualified (ACCA / ACA / CPA / CA or Equivalent).
• A minimum of 10 years post qualified experience.
• Deep understanding of IFRS, and FRS 102.
• Strong technical writing skills and advanced risk management knowledge.
• Experience in finance process optimisation, including controls and process design and ideally experience in the adoption of technology tools or automations including RPA, OCR, Process Mining, Blackline, PowerBI, Oracle Cloud, SAP/S4,

Ideally, you will also have

• US GAAP and SOX knowledge.
• Proven ability and interest in business development & networking.
• Proven ability to work on complex accounting issues and transactions and an ability to clearly articulate the advice in written deliverables.
• Proven experience leading the planning, execution and reporting on engagements.
• Good working knowledge of finance governance and reporting, finance operations, processes and internal controls.
• Industry experience.
• Demonstrated commercial awareness.

What we look for

for leaders with a genuine creative vision and the confidence to make it happen. You can expect plenty of autonomy in this role, so you’ll also need the ability to take initiative and seek out opportunities to improve our current relationships and processes. If you’re serious about accounting advisory and ready to take on some of our clients’ most complex issues, this role is for you.

We offer a competitive remuneration package. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

All our employees are given a benefits package which they can tailor to suit their individual preferences. Our range of benefits include:

• Hybrid Working
• Pension/Discounted Health Insurance
• Web Doctor
• Purchase of Additional Annual Leave
• Free Gym Membership
• Travel Pass
• Maternity & Paternity Leave
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Referral Bonuses & Recognition Awards
• Tech MBA paid by EY

Career Progression

• When you join EY, you will be supported to ensure that you are enhancing your skills from day one.
• Continuous learning, where you can develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• As you grow and develop here, you’ll discover opportunities to help customise your career journey, so that it’s as unique as you are - success is defined by you, we will provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership, we will give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture, you will be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
• We have embraced Hybrid working at EY adding greater flexibility and autonomy to the roles of our employees.

Inclusion & Diversity

We

We recognise the strength that comes from having a diverse workforce and building a culture where we support all our people to achieve their potential. You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

General Information

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship:No

Contract Type:Full-Time – Permanent

Our Financial Services Organisation (FSO) is a unique, industry focused practice and the only one of its kind in a Big 4 firm. Tax is at the heart of our market offering. As a Tax Manager you will be part of this story and will have responsibility for advising our high-profile clients as they navigate the sea of international tax change, all the while building your profile as a trusted business advisor.

You will be at the forefront of managing both the impact of global tax law change, and also how tax is delivered as a service offering to clients, supported by cutting edge analytics, automation and robotics.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of complex corporate tax compliance and advisory projects for financial services clients, including banks, insurers, and asset managers, ensuring technical accuracy and commercial relevance.
• Manage tax implications of cross-border transactions, including structuring, due diligence, and post-acquisition integration, with a focus on BEPS Pillar 2 and international tax reform.
• Interpret and apply Irish and international tax legislation to client scenarios, including corporate income tax, withholding tax, and VAT, ensuring compliance and identifying planning opportunities.
• Oversee preparation and review of corporate tax returns, ensuring timely and accurate submissions, and liaising with tax authorities on audits and inquiries.
• Develop and implement tax risk management strategies, including governance frameworks and documentation protocols for financial services entities.
• Advise on tax technology and automation solutions, including analytics tools and robotics, to streamline compliance and reporting processes.
• Mentor and supervise junior staff, providing technical training, performance feedback, and career development support across multiple locations (Dublin, Cork, Galway).

Skills and attributes for success

• A self-motivated and ambitious individual, with a determination to develop their career and grow a business in fast paced and ever changing environment.
• Advanced technical, interpersonal and client relationship skills.
• Track record in building client relationships and business development activities.
• Negotiation skills, able to sustain an opinion, make decisions and handle challenges.
• Demonstration, and a track record, of an ability to lead a team of people to deliver a quality service to clients.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Professional qualification in ACA (or equivalent), law and/or Tax; or
• AITI qualified or equivalent qualification in a Commonwealth country (such as Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Singapore, South Africa, UK).
• 2-3 years relevant post qualification tax experience.
• Experience working in industry or practice as a tax professional
• Strong technical skills and be keen to develop further.

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Financial Services experience or a genuine interest in the financial services sector.
• Big 4 Tax experience.

We offer a competitive remuneration package. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around.
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career.
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you.

All our employees are given a benefits package which they can tailor to suit their individual preferences. Our range of benefits include:

Career Progression

• When you join EY, you will be supported to ensure that you are enhancing your skills from day one.
• Continuous learning, where you can develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• As you grow and develop here, you’ll discover opportunities to help customise your career journey, so that it’s as unique as you are - success is defined by you, we will provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership, we will give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture, you will be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
• We have embraced Hybrid working at EY adding greater flexibility and autonomy to the roles of our employees.

Inclusion & Diversity

We recognise the strength that comes from having a diverse workforce and building a culture where we support all our people to achieve their potential. You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

Payroll Assistant - Cork (Tax)

Full-Time – Permanent

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and processing of payrolls for clients, under supervision.
• Support the team in ensuring payroll returns are complete, accurate, and submitted on time.
• Help maintain and update employee payroll records.
• Respond to basic payroll-related queries from clients and employees, escalating complex issues as needed.
• Assist with payroll reconciliations and the preparation of standard payroll reports.
• Learn to use payroll software and technology platforms (e.g., Quantum/QPOSS, Excel).
• Work closely with team members to deliver a high level of client service.
• Adhere to internal controls and best practices to ensure data accuracy and confidentiality.
• Stay informed about changes in Irish payroll legislation and Revenue guidelines.

Skills & Experience

• 0–2 years of experience in payroll, finance, or a related field (internships or part-time roles welcome).
• Interest in developing a career in payroll and tax.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and Outlook; experience with payroll software is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team and manage multiple tasks.
• Discretion in handling confidential information.

Qualifications

• IPASS qualification (or willingness to pursue) is an advantage but not essential.

We offer a competitive remuneration package. Our comprehensive benefits package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs: covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions.

Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around.
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career.
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you.

All our employees are given a benefits package which they can tailor to suit their individual preferences. Our range of benefits include:

• Hybrid Working
• Pension/Discounted Health Insurance
• Web Doctor
• Purchase of Additional Annual Leave
• Free Gym Membership
• Travel Pass
• Maternity & Paternity Leave
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Referral Bonuses & Recognition Awards
• Tech MBA paid by EY

Career Progression

• When you join EY, you will be supported to ensure that you are enhancing your skills from day one.
• Continuous learning, where you can develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• As you grow and develop here, you’ll discover opportunities to help customise your career journey, so that it’s as unique as you are - success is defined by you, we will provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership, we will give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture, you will be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
• We have embraced Hybrid working at EY adding greater flexibility and autonomy to the roles of our employees.