Accountant - Outsourcing, Management Consulting

We have an immediate vacancy for an Accounting Consultant to join our International Services Group division of Consultancy. Working within a growing area of the firm, this position offers challenging, interesting and rewarding work in an innovative and progressive environment. As a consultant level role it will have a dual responsibility of contributing to the successful management of the department and the delivery of high end client work. RSM Ireland is one of Ireland's leading Accountancy and Business Advisory firms. As an independent member of RSM International, ranked 8th largest network in the world, the firm is ideally placed to offer an unparalleled level of experience, insight and expertise to our business partners and offer a comprehensive range of Audit, Accounting and Business Consultancy services to clients. Key Areas of Responsibility: Accounting Services Managing a portfolio of international clients and client relationships while delivering a quality service and advice to same with limited supervision; Ensuring client service level expectations are met and exceeded; Assisting in the management of management accounts and accounts preparation services; Dealing with client queries in a timely and efficient manner; Managing the effective and efficient execution of client assignments utilising a range accounting applications; Working closely with the Management team on large scale projects. Management of Department Liaise and assist management with practice development initiatives for the firm; Working with Management to ensure the agreed objectives of the department are achieved in a timely manner; Financial and commercial responsibility for your client portfolio performance including both xternal and internal finances; Assisting management in monitoring finance KPI's including utilization rates, recovery rates, fees etc.; Liaise with finance department with regard to utilization rates, billing, debtors, fee collection and work in; progress in your team and monitoring of same to endeavour to keep both to a minimum; Any other duties which may be assigned from time to time due to the exigencies of business. Required Skills/Experience The successful candidate will be an ambitious and confident self-starter seeking a fresh challenge with a progressive firm. He/she will have the following skills and qualifications: Qualified ACA/ACCA accountant with 1-2 years+ PQE ITI qualification desirable but not required Excellent client relationship management skills Commercially focused with good practice development skills Excellent technical and interpersonal skills Proficient in numerous accounting software packages Strong communication and leaderships skills Team player Prior practice experience is preferred As this is a client facing role there will be a requirement for some travel to client premises therefore a full, clean Irish/International driver's license is needed. RSM Ireland is an equal opportunity employer. To apply please submit your CV below or if you would like to discuss the role further, in confidence, please call Suzanne Murphy on 01-4965388.