Job title: Practice Accountant - Sligo
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Accountancy
Salary type: Annual
Salary from: €60,000.00 EUR
Salary to: €75,000.00 EUR
Location: Sligo
Job published: 06/08/2025
Job ID: 33325
Contact name: Brendan Catney
Phone number: +353838064920
Contact email: brendan@verdesearch.com

Job Description

Practice Accountant – Sligo (Hybrid)

 

Progressive Partner-Led Firm | Career-Focused | 9–5 Culture

 

A well-established, partner-led accountancy practice with a strong reputation for excellence in audit, tax, and advisory services is expanding its team in Sligo. Due to continued organic growth—driven by exceptional service and a dynamic leadership team—the firm is seeking a  practice accountant / qualified auditor to join its growing audit division.

 

With a leading client portfolio from Donegal to Cork, the firm offers a flexible hybrid work model, a clear career progression path, and a supportive culture that values your time and development. You'll work closely with experienced managers and directors, gaining exposure to a variety of sectors and clients, including international businesses operating in Ireland.

 

The Role

 

  • Take ownership of audits from planning through to completion

  • Collaborate directly with managers and directors on client strategy and delivery

  • Work with high-quality clients, including Irish SMEs and international firms

  • Contribute to maintaining and enhancing strong client relationships

  • Review junior staff work and provide coaching and constructive feedback

 

What You Bring

 

  • ACA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent)

  • Minimum 2 years’ experience in an Irish accountancy practice

  • Solid understanding of audit planning, execution, and reporting

  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to manage and mentor junior staff

 

Why Join?

 

  • Competitive salary (based on experience)

  • Bonus scheme and excellent benefits

  • Genuine 9–5 work culture – no evening or weekend hours expected

  • Defined promotion opportunities and long-term career planning

  • Hybrid working with regular in-office collaboration and mentoring

  • Tailored career development plan designed around your goals

 

If you’re a qualified audit or practice professional looking for a role where your contribution is valued, your time is respected, and your career has clear direction, we’d love to hear from you.

 

For a confidential discussion, contact Brendan Catney or submit your CV to explore the opportunity further.