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Overview of the role We have a talented and diverse team of approximately 200 people and continue to expand our workforce to meet ambitious growth plans. Due to continued success and growth across our Water division, we are seeking an experienced and motivated Design Lead to join our Mechanical Design Team. The successful candidate will lead multidisciplinary design projects across the island of Ireland, ensuring the delivery of innovative and sustainable Water and Wastewater Treatment solutions. Reporting to the Mechanical Design Manager, this is a key leadership position responsible for managing project delivery, guiding design teams, and ensuring technical excellence across all stages of design. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping our design capability and mentoring our next generation of engineers, while contributing to the delivery of industry-leading infrastructure. Day to day of the role Please note: If you are an EU/EEA national, you will be asked to show proof of right to work in Ireland. If you are a non-EU/EEA national , you will require current and valid permission to work and reside in the Republic of Ireland. Information on legislation and guides to the procedures in relation to obtaining greencard permits ,work permits, spousal/dependant permits is available on the Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation website.
Helpdesk Administrator
Are you looking for an opportunity to join a high-performing IT Team in Kilkenny? We are seeking a Helpdesk Administrator to join our talented team of proactive professional advisors servicing clients across Ireland. This role is an excellent opportunity to build a rewarding career in one of Ireland's fastest growing professional service Firms. The successful candidate will work closely with our IT team at Ifac Kilkenny. About Ifac: Founded in 1975, Ifac is Ireland's specialist professional services firm for the farming, food, agri, and family business sectors. We are an award-winning employer and one of Ireland's Top Ten Accountancy firms. Ifac is also one of Ireland’s Top200 Employers 2025 as listed by the Irish Independent in partnership with Statista, and a PrimeGlobal member firm. As Ireland's largest farming, food, and agribusiness professional services firm, ifac is proud to be certified as a B Corporation (B Corp) . Our Purpose: Ifac's purpose is to helpits clients to build profitable sustainable futures, so that people and communities across Ireland can thrive. Our Ambition: With a strong focus on global best practice, Ifac has set its ambition to be a global leader in agrifood advisory, while also driving growth and excellence in Ireland's dynamic SME sector. Life at Ifac: Working at Ifac means being part of a dynamic team that values collaboration and professional growth. Ifac emphasises a balanced work-life environment, offering flexible working arrangements and opportunities for continuous learning and development. Our Values: At Ifac, we are dedicated to cultivating a workplace grounded in the core values of Energy, Commitment, Foresight, Collaboration, and Respect. Our new Helpdesk Administrator will embody the energy to tackle any challenge, the commitment to the little things, the foresight to anticipate what’s needed, the collaboration to make it possible and the respect the everyone deserves. Making an impact: We build strong client connections through great service, sectoral expertise, and deep engagement. Many of our clients have been with us for generations and we have helped those families build and retain wealth, transition assets, and optimize opportunities. The Role: This is a full-time position working in a professional office environment. You will be an important member of our team with responsibility for supporting our helpdesk ticket system and monitoring cloud environments. You will be: The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated individual who can work on their own initiative with; CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Business Consultant
Are you ready to help great clients build their future? We are seeking a talented Business Consultant to join our Public Sector Service and Economics team based in Dublin and Kilkenny one day per month with a blend of WFH with access to our regional office network for the remainder of the week. This role offers an excellent opportunity to build a rewarding career in one of Ireland’s fastest-growing professional services Firms. The Role You will be working closely with our Head of Public Sector Services and Economics and the wider team in a challenging and varied role. This role is ideal for a person who thrives in varied, fast-paced environments and enjoys tackling diverse business challenges across multiple industries and functional areas. This role will require someone who is commercially astute and client-focused , with a track record of building strong relationships. About Ifac Founded in 1975, Ifac is Ireland's specialist professional services firm for the farming, food, agri, and family business sectors. We are an award-winning employer and one of Ireland's Top Ten Accountancy firms. Ifac is also one of Ireland’s Top 200 Employers 2025 as listed by the Irish Independent in partnership with Statista, and a PrimeGlobal member firm. As Ireland's largest farming, food, and agribusiness professional services firm, ifac is proud to be certified as a B Corporation (B Corp) . Our Purpose Ifac's purpose is to help its clients to build profitable sustainable futures, so that people and communities across Ireland can thrive. Our Ambition With a strong focus on global best practice, Ifac has set its ambition to be a global leader in agrifood advisory, while also driving growth and excellence in Ireland's dynamic SME sector. Why Join Ifac ? At Ifac , we are more than just a workplace – we are a community of professionals committed to growth, innovation, and sector leadership. When you join our team, you’ll have the opportunity to: · Work with industry-leading experts and clients in Ireland’s farming, food, agribusiness, and SME sectors. · Be part of a values-driven culture emphasising collaboration, commitment, energy, respect, and foresight. · Build a great career, help us achieve our ambitions and help shape the future of Ireland’s business landscape. · Enjoy a competitive compensation package, including performance-based bonuses and significant opportunities for professional growth. Making an impact Working with a catalogue of industry leading clients, our Business Consultant will have an unparalleled opportunity to become a high impact business advisor and develop an exceptional career in Public Sector Services and Economics. The successful candidate will work directly with clients to solve complex problems, provide strategic insights, and deliver actionable recommendations. Key Responsibilities: · Contribute to and manage economic and business analysis projects across multiple industries (agri-food, SME, public sector and other commercial areas). · Diagnose client challenges quickly and develop evidence-based solutions, often in ambiguous or fast-changing situations. · Perform market research, financial and economic modelling, policy analysis, and strategic reviews as required. · Prepare reports, proposals, and client presentations to senior stakeholders and participate in presentations. · Prepare and oversee public sector tender applications for the firm. · Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to deliver end-to-end consulting assignments. · Support business development activities, including preparing proposals and participating in client pitches. You will have: · 4+ years’ professional experience in consulting, economics, strategy, or a related field. · Relevant third-level qualification in economics, business, finance or related discipline (postgraduate and/or professional qualifications a plus). · Self-starter who can work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. · High integrity and professional standards. · Proven ability to structure and solve complex problems , using both quantitative and qualitative methods. · Strong economic, financial or strategic analysis skills ; confident with data and evidence-based recommendations. · Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and ability to present to senior executives and public bodies. · Highly adaptable, with the ability to quickly grasp new industries and client issues . · Strong project management skills: able to manage multiple engagements and meet tight deadlines. Rewards Our Business Consultant will receive. · Competitive compensation and benefits package. · Substantial employer pension contribution. · Generous annual leave allowance. · Supportive family orientated workplace policies. · Blended WFH. · Opportunities for internal growth and development. · Access to a bike to work scheme. · Access to an employee assistance programme. · Well-being benefits, including a Digital Doctors programme. · Regular wellness, social, and charity activities throughout the year. · Voucher at Christmas. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Credit Control Officer
Are you looking for an opportunity to join a high-performance team in a Top Ten professional services firm? We are seeking a commercially aware and detail-oriented Credit Control Officer to join our finance team based in our Kilkenny Head Office on a part-time basis. This role offers an excellent opportunity to build a rewarding career in one of Ireland’s fastest-growing professional services Firms. The Role This role is central to maintaining healthy cash flow and minimising financial risk through proactive debt management, effective client engagement, and accurate reporting. The ideal candidate will be confident working with clients, have strong communication skills and a practical approach to resolving client issues. About Ifac Founded in 1975, Ifac is Ireland's specialist professional services firm for the farming, food, agri, and family business sectors. We are an award-winning employer and one of Ireland's Top Ten Accountancy firms. Ifac is also one of Ireland’s Top 200 Employers 2025 as listed by the Irish Independent in partnership with Statista, and a PrimeGlobal member firm. Our Purpose Ifac's purpose is to help its clients to build profitable sustainable futures, so that people and communities across Ireland can thrive. Our Ambition With a strong focus on global best practice, Ifac has set its ambition to be a global leader in agrifood advisory, while also driving growth and excellence in Ireland's dynamic SME sector. Why Join Ifac ? At Ifac , we are more than just a workplace – we are a community of professionals committed to growth, innovation, and sector leadership. When you join our team, you’ll have the opportunity to: · Work with industry-leading experts and clients in Ireland’s farming, food, agribusiness, and SME sectors. · Be part of a values-driven culture emphasising collaboration, commitment, energy, respect, and foresight. · Build a great career, help us achieve our ambitions and help shape the future of Ireland’s business landscape. · Enjoy a competitive compensation package, including performance-based bonuses and significant opportunities for professional growth. Making an impact We build strong client connections through great service, sectoral expertise, and deep engagement. Many of our clients have been with us for generations and we have helped those families build and retain wealth, transition assets, and optimize opportunities. Key Responsibilities: · Debt Management – Monitor aged debt and prioritise recovery of overdue accounts, particularly those exceeding agreed credit terms. Collaborate with Partners and Leadership to actively manage debtor balances. · Debt Recovery – Contact clients to resolve outstanding payments and negotiate repayment plans · Reporting – Prepare and present debtor/aged debt reports to Leadership, highlighting key risks and recovery actions. · Operational Support – Provide support to the Finance team and contribute to broader risk management initiatives across the business. You will have: · A minimum of 3 years’ experience working in a client-facing role- ideally within administration, credit control/accounts receivable or finance. · Strong attention to detail and technical knowledge. · Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. · Excellent organisational skills. · Proficiency in ERP systems, Excel and reconciliations- Comfortable generating reports and collaborating with internal teams. · Experience in tracking aged debt, implementing recovery procedures, resolving disputes, and negotiating payment terms. Rewards Our Credit Control Officer will receive; · Market-leading compensation and benefits package. · Substantial employer pension contribution. · Generous annual leave allowance. · Supportive family orientated workplace policies. · Blended WFH. · Opportunities for internal growth and development. · Access to a bike to work scheme. · Access to an employee assistance programme. · Well-being benefits, including the Digital Doctor programme. · Regular wellness, social, and charity activities throughout the year. · Voucher at Christmas. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Payroll Specialist
Do You want to be valued, make an impact, and achieve your Potential? We are seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to join our HR & Payroll Services team in Kilkenny. We provide an exciting environment where you can grow your skills while making an impact in a fast-growing organisation committed to helping great clients build profitable sustainable businesses. The Role The Payroll Specialist will be responsible for the timely and accurate end-to-end processing of client payrolls within an outsourced payroll environment. The role requires strong technical payroll knowledge, client service skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively within a client focused and collaborative culture. About Ifac Founded in 1975, Ifac is Ireland's specialist professional services firm for the farming, food, agri, and family business sectors. We are an award-winning employer and one of Ireland's Top Ten Accountancy firms. Ifac is also one of Ireland’s Top200 Employers 2025 as listed by the Irish Independent in partnership with Statista, and a PrimeGlobal member firm. As Ireland's largest farming, food, and agribusiness professional services firm, ifac is proud to be certified as a B Corporation (B Corp) . Our Purpose Ifac's purpose is to help its clients to build profitable sustainable futures, so that people and communities across Ireland can thrive. Our Ambition With a strong focus on global best practice, Ifac has set its ambition to be a global leader in agri-food advisory, while also driving growth and excellence in Ireland's dynamic SME sector. Why Join Ifac ? At Ifac , we are more than just a workplace – we are a community of professionals committed to growth, innovation, and sector leadership. When you join our team, you’ll have the opportunity to: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Senior Payroll Manager
Do you want to be valued, make an impact, and achieve your potential? We are seeking an experienced Senior Payroll Manager to join our HR & Payroll Services team in Kilkenny. We provide an exciting environment where you can grow your skills while making an impact in a fast-growing organisation committed to helping great clients build profitable sustainable businesses. The Role The Senior Payroll Manager will lead the delivery of outsourced payroll services to a diverse client base, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and service excellence. With responsibility for two Payroll Managers and a team of Specialists, the role requires strong leadership, stakeholder management, and a collaborative approach. About Ifac Founded in 1975, Ifac is Ireland's specialist professional services firm for the farming, food, agri, and family business sectors. We are an award-winning employer and one of Ireland's Top Ten Accountancy firms. Ifac is also one of Ireland’s Top 200 Employers 2025 as listed by the Irish Independent in partnership with Statista, and a PrimeGlobal member firm. As Ireland's largest farming, food, and agribusiness professional services firm, ifac is proud to be certified as a B Corporation (B Corp) . Our Purpose Ifac's purpose is to help its clients to build profitable sustainable futures, so that people and communities across Ireland can thrive. Our Ambition With a strong focus on global best practice, Ifac has set its ambition to be a global leader in agrifood advisory, while also driving growth and excellence in Ireland's dynamic SME sector. Why Join Ifac ? At Ifac , we are more than just a workplace – we are a community of professionals committed to growth, innovation, and sector leadership. When you join our team, you’ll have the opportunity to: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Tax Director
Role: Director – Agri Tax Advisory Location: Hybrid /Local Office Nationwide Reports to: Head of Tax / Tax Partners Department: Tax Team We are seeking a commercially focused and strategically minded Agri Tax Director to help lead the continued development of our Agri Tax Advisory team. The Role This senior leadership role will be central to managing relationships with our nationwide network of local offices, ensuring that advisory retainers are delivered effectively, and that the team continues to grow in technical capability and commercial performance. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in aligning the firm’s national tax strategy with the needs of our agricultural client base — ensuring that resources are deployed efficiently, opportunities are identified early, and the team maintains its reputation as a trusted leader in agri-focused tax advice. About Ifac: Founded in 1975, Ifac is Ireland's specialist professional services firm for the farming, food, and agribusiness sectors. We are an award-winning employer and one of Ireland's Top Ten Accountancy firms. Our Purpose: Ifac's purpose is to help its clients to build profitable sustainable futures, so that people and communities across Ireland can thrive. Our Ambition: With a strong focus on global best practice, Ifac has set its ambition to be a global leader in agrifood advisory, while also driving growth and excellence in Ireland's dynamic SME sector. Why join ifac? At Ifac , we are more than just a workplace – we are a community of professionals committed to growth, innovation, and sector leadership. When you join our team, you’ll have the opportunity to: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Learning and Development Specialist
Are you ready to join a high-performance HR team delivering excellent client advice and outcomes? We are seeking an experienced and talented Learning and Development(L & D) Specialist to join our HR Team and work closely with our Partner and specialist teams. The Role The Learning and Development Specialist supports the design, delivery, and administration of learning programmes for all levels across the organisation. This role delivers high-quality learning experiences, assists with programme coordination, and supports L&D initiatives under the guidance of the Head of HR. About Ifac Founded in 1975, Ifac is Ireland's specialist professional services firm for the farming, food, agri, and family business sectors. We are an award-winning employer and one of Ireland's Top Ten Accountancy firms. Ifac is also one of Ireland’s Top 200 Employers 2025 as listed by the Irish Independent in partnership with Statista, and a PrimeGlobal member firm. As Ireland's largest farming, food, and agribusiness professional services firm, ifac is proud to be certified as a B Corporation (B Corp). Our Purpose Ifac's purpose is to help its clients to build profitable sustainable futures, so that people and communities across Ireland can thrive. Our Ambition With a strong focus on global best practice, Ifac has set its ambition to be a global leader in agrifood advisory, while also driving growth and excellence in Ireland's dynamic SME sector. Why Join Ifac ? At Ifac , we are more than just a workplace – we are a community of professionals committed to growth, innovation, and sector leadership. When you join our team, you’ll have the opportunity to: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Senior Accountant
The Role Reporting to the Partner, the role will include the review of financial accounts and tax computations for sole traders, companies and partnerships, and the management of a portfolio of clients. You will be working closely with a diverse team of experts and contributing to the growth and development of the Practice. Client facing experience will be available from an early stage and this role includes significant career development opportunities. Candidate The successful candidate will be a CPA/ACCA/ACA qualified accountant with a minimum of three years’ experience working in a Public Practice environment and will have: • Strong attention to detail and technical knowledge. • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. • Excellent organisational skills. • The ability to successfully manage deadlines and teams. • Commercial awareness and a commitment to exceptional customer service. • A willingness to learn and develop professionally. • A passion for helping businesses achieve their potential. What we do: We work with businesses in the farming, food, and agribusiness sector. We bring our foresight, commercial insight, and financial acumen to help our clients make great decisions and build profitable sustainable businesses. Rewards: Our Senior Accountant will receive; market-leading salary, substantial employer pension contribution, wellbeing benefits such as Digital Doctor, blended WFH, and an opportunity to grow and develop your career with one of Irelands best employers. About Us: Founded in 1975, ifac is Ireland’s farming, food, and agri-business specialist professional service firm. We are an award-winning employer and one of Ireland’s Top Ten Accountancy firms operating from more than 30 locations nationwide. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Newly/Part Qualified Accountant
The Role This role is an excellent opportunity to build a rewarding career in one of Ireland's fastest growing professional service Firms. Our Newly/Part Qualified Accountant will work closely with our team of Accountants to drive the next phase of growth and client impact across the region. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to provide expert advisory and accounting services to our Agri & SME clients. About Ifac Founded in 1975, Ifac is Ireland's specialist professional services firm for the farming, food, agri, and family business sectors. We are an award-winning employer and one of Ireland's Top Ten Accountancy firms. Ifac is also one of Ireland’s Top 200 Employers 2025 as listed by the Irish Independent in partnership with Statista, and a PrimeGlobal member firm. As Ireland's largest farming, food, and agribusiness professional services firm, ifac is proud to be certified as a B Corporation (B Corp). Our Purpose Ifac's purpose is to help its clients to build profitable sustainable futures, so that people and communities across Ireland can thrive. Our Ambition With a strong focus on global best practice, Ifac has set its ambition to be a global leader in agrifood advisory, while also driving growth and excellence in Ireland's dynamic SME sector. Why Join Ifac ? At Ifac , we are more than just a workplace – we are a community of professionals committed to growth, innovation, and sector leadership. When you join our team, you’ll have the opportunity to: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
