Part time Bookkeeper

Posted 2 days 23 hours ago by Southside Personnel

Permanent
Part Time
Other
Leinster, Ireland
Job Description

We are recruiting a Part time Bookkeeper for a new Restaurant opening in the Dublin 4 area. Hours will be c 15 per week and ideally will be worked over 2 days but with some flexibility and hybrid model.

Key Responsibilities
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records
  • Record daily sales, cash flow, and expenses
  • Reconcile bank accounts, credit card statements, and POS reports
  • Monitor accounts payable and receivable
Payroll Administration
  • Process weekly/bi-weekly payroll for 15 employees
  • Track staff hours, tips, overtime, and leave
  • Ensure tax compliance
  • Maintain employee payroll records
  • Uploading to ros, liaising with revenue
Accounts Payable & Receivable
  • Process supplier invoices and schedule payments
  • Track outstanding balances and follow up where necessary
  • Maintain good relationships with vendors
Tax & Compliance
  • Prepare VAT/sales tax returns
  • Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations
  • Assist with year-end accounts and liaise with external accountant
Reporting & Analysis
  • Prepare weekly and monthly financial reports
  • Track key metrics (food cost %, labor cost %, profit margins)
  • Highlight discrepancies or unusual spending patterns
  • Support budgeting and forecasting
Cash Handling & Controls
  • Reconcile daily cash takings and investigate discrepancies
  • Implement and maintain internal financial controls
  • Monitor waste, shrinkage, and cost efficiency
Required Skills & Qualifications
  • Proven experience as a bookkeeper, preferably in hospitality or retail
  • Strong knowledge of accounting principles
  • Experience with accounting software (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks, Sage)
  • Familiarity with POS systems and cash reconciliation
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills
Preferred Qualifications
  • Accounting or bookkeeping certification (IATI, Pt Qualified)
  • Understanding of inventory and cost control systems an advantage
Key Competencies
  • High level of integrity and confidentiality
  • Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
  • Strong numerical and analytical skills
  • Good communication skills for liaising with management and staff
Working Relationships
  • Reports to: Restaurant Owner / General Manager
  • Works closely with: Head Chef, Floor Manager, External Accountant

Hours: c 15hrs pw. Rate: €20-23ph. 1 day required on site per week. Hybrid.