Location: Cork (In Office with potential of hybrid after probation)
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent (Subject to a 6-month probationary period)
Reporting To: Company Accountant
About LeisureWorld
LeisureWorld is a vibrant, not-for-profit Company Limited by Guarantee (CLG) operating five distinct facilities on behalf of Cork City Council. Our operations span three multi-functional leisure centres (featuring swimming pools, gyms, reception areas, and astro pitches), a fully staffed golf course pro shop, and a historic church operating as a local venue for cultural, heritage, and arts events.
Position Overview
We are seeking a methodical, detail-oriented Accounts Assistant/Accounting Technician to join our central administration team. This is a hands-on, high-volume transactional role focused on maintaining strong financial controls across our five local facilities. Whether you are a fully qualified Accounting Technician looking for a stable, rewarding environment, or currently progressing through your exams and looking to take the next step in your career, we welcome your application.
Key Responsibilities
● Bank, Cash & Revenue Reconciliation: Update and reconcile all bank accounts, company credit cards, and point-of-sale (POS) systems weekly. Prepare secure lodgement packs for Brinks collections and maintain rigorous site coinage control.
● Accounts Payable (Creditors): Process supplier invoices using AutoEntry and Trackplan. Prepare monthly reconciled creditors control accounts and aged listings for review.
● Accounts Receivable (Debtors): Raise formal invoices for schools, group bookings, and corporate events. Manage the collection of site management fees, follow up on overdue accounts, and resolve billing queries.
● Payroll Production: Process weekly payroll via Snow Payroll software for circa 100 employees. Liaise with HR to ensure accurate recording of rates, hours, and statutory leave, and handle staff payroll queries.
● Financial Control & Systems: Upload operational income figures into Sage 50. Maintain strict confidentiality and comply with internal data protection standards and corporate Clear Desk Policies.
Candidate Profile
Criteria: Qualifications
Essential Requirements:
*Strong numerical competency (Leaving Certificate or equivalent).
*Completion of, or active progress towards, an Accounting Technician qualification (ATI / IATI) or equivalent.
Desirable Attributes:
*Fully qualified Accounting Technician (Diploma level) or equivalent.
Criteria: Experience
Essential Requirements:
*Proven experience in an Accounts Assistant, bookkeeping, or structured administration role.
*Experience handling high-volume transactional data entry.
Desirable Attributes:
*Experience working within a multisite leisure, retail, or hospitality environment.
Criteria: Technical Skills
Essential Requirements:
*Strong proficiency in MS Excel (data sorting, basic formulas).
*General competency with computer-based office systems.
Desirable Attributes:
*Working knowledge of Sage 50. Familiarity with Legend CRM, Timepoint, AutoEntry, Trackplan, Snow Payroll.
Criteria: Core Competencies
Essential Requirements:
*Meticulous attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
* Ability to prioritize tasks to meet strict commercial deadlines.
Desirable Attributes:
*Clear, professional communication style when handling vendor or debtor queries.
Benefits:
- Family Membership for you and your family – Max numbers apply
- Reduced golf fees at Mahon Golf Course
- 50% Discount on Kids Swimming Lessons for the child allocated to your family membership (when applicable)
- 50% Discount on Kids camps (when applicable)
- Pitch Bookings are Free off Peak / Free Peak if not in use by Customer
- Career promotions – opportunities to be promoted within the company
- Development courses to aid career progression
- Save money with our cycle to work scheme applicable after 1-year full employment.
- Plan for your future – eligible staff will be enrolled in the Pension Auto – Enrolment (My Future Fund) scheme once you meet certain requirements.
- Health & Wellness Policy
- Free Parking with the exception of St Peters
- Employee ‘Thank you’ lunches
- Employee Social events
- Additional bonus day (Good Friday)
Job Types: Full-time, Contract, Permanent
Pay: €38,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Bike to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Gym membership
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Can you list your relevant qualifications?
Work authorisation:
Work Location: In person
