Financial Accountant

1. About Lambourn Digital

Lambourn Digital is a dynamic, full-service digital marketing agency based in Ongar Village,

Dublin 15. We deliver tailored digital solutions, including Search Engine Optimisation (SEO),

Pay-Per-Click Advertising (PPC), Web Design & Development, and Social Media Marketing, for

a diverse portfolio of B2B and B2C clients.

2. Role Overview

We are seeking a proactive, highly organised, and detail-oriented Financial Accountant to take

full, end-to-end ownership of our finance function. This role, on a 4 day week initially, combines daily

transactional accounting, accounts receivable, and credit control with higher-level financial

control, statutory compliance, tax reporting, payroll, and monthly management reporting.

As the sole internal financial lead, you will work with existing financial consultants and play a critical role in maintaining healthy cash flow, ensuring strict tax compliance, providing key commercial insights into agency profitability, and optimising our financial processes as the business continues to grow.

3. Key Responsibilities

Accounts Receivable & Credit Control

● Issue all client sales invoices accurately and promptly in accordance with service

agreements and milestone schedules.

● Manage end-to-end credit control, systematically chasing outstanding debts via phone,

email, and statement reminders to maintain optimal cash flow.

● Set up and manage client Direct Debit payments and resolve billing or invoice queries in a

professional, client-friendly manner.

● Conduct credit checks on prospective clients and establish appropriate credit terms.

● Maintain debt status tracking and report regularly on Aged Debtors to management.

Payroll, Tax & Compliance

● Process monthly staff payroll accurately and on time, ensuring all statutory PAYE/PRSI

deductions and adjustments are executed via Revenue Online Service (ROS).

● Prepare, reconcile, and file statutory VAT returns, RCT, and PAYE/PRSI returns within

required deadlines.

● Manage year-end statutory account preparation in collaboration with external

auditors/accountants.

● Ensure full compliance with Irish tax legislation and accounting standards.

Financial Control & Core Accounting (~25% of Role)

● Maintain and reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and general ledger accounts

daily/weekly in Xero (or equivalent accounting software).

● Manage Accounts Payable, processing supplier invoices and scheduling supplier payments.

● Prepare monthly Management Accounts, including P&L, Balance Sheet, and Variance

Analysis against budget.

● Manage staff commission tracking and calculations in accordance with company policy.

● Perform monthly cash flow forecasting to support operational decision-making.

Commercial & Agency Analysis

● Analyse client and project profitability to help management optimise pricing and resource

allocation.

● Identify opportunities to streamline financial procedures, automate billing, and enhance

internal controls.

● Provide ad-hoc financial reporting and analysis to support the Managing Director in strategic

decision-making.

4. Key Requirements & Qualifications

Qualification: ACCA / ACA / CPA / CIMA qualified or part-qualified (or Accounting

technician / Qualified by Experience with extensive SME experience).

● Experience: Minimum 3–5 years of hands-on experience in a broad accounting role

covering credit control, payroll, VAT, and management accounts. Experience within a digital

agency or professional services firm is a strong advantage.

● Software Proficiency: Advanced skills in modern accounting software (ideally Xero) and Revenue Online Service (ROS). Strong working knowledge of MS

Excel / Google Sheets.

● Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a firm yet

diplomatic approach to credit control and client interaction.

● Organizational Skills: High level of accuracy, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability

to manage time effectively when balancing multiple priorities.

● Location & Eligibility: Must be legally entitled to work full-time in Ireland and able to work

from our Ongar Village office (with hybrid options).

5. Benefits & Package

Competitive salary based on experience and qualification level.

● Hybrid working flexibility

● Permanent employment in a supportive, growth-oriented agency culture.

● Annual performance and salary review every January.