Kota is looking for a Financial Accountant to join our team. We are seeking a highly motivated individual to support our day-to-day financial operations, month-end close, statutory compliance, and reporting needs. This is a hands-on role in a dynamic environment that offers exposure to all aspects of finance, with opportunities to shape processes as the company grows.
What You'll Do
- Assist with preparation of monthly management accounts, including journals, reconciliations, accruals, and prepayments
- Maintain general ledger accuracy and ensure timely month-end close
- Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis activities
- Assist with annual statutory financial statements
- Support external auditors and coordinate audit deliverables
- Ensure compliance with Irish / UK tax obligations (VAT, payroll taxes, etc.), working with external advisors when needed
- Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable processes
- Process supplier invoices, staff expenses, and card reconciliations
- Support payroll preparation and review
- Assist with treasury, cashflow forecasting, and banking administration
- Help design and implement scalable finance processes and internal controls
- Contribute to documentation of policies and procedures
- Participate in finance system upgrades and automation projects
What We're Looking For
- Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA, AITI or equivalent)
- 2–4+ years’ experience in accounting, audit, or a similar role
- Good technical accounting knowledge
- Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally
- Proactive, curious, and eager to improve processes
- Comfortable working independently and taking ownership of tasks
Nice to Have
- Experience in fintech, startup, or a regulated environment is a plus but not required
Team & Environment
You will report directly to the Head of Finance.
Benefits & Compensation
- Health Insurance via Kota
- Workplace Pension with matched contributions up to 5% via Kota
- WFH stipend to support your home office needs
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Annual company-wide offsite and dedicated team offsite
Work Mode
This is a hybrid position based in Dublin, Ireland.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
