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We were founded in 1997 and over 22 years later, we have become one of the leading leisure, recreation and cultural providers in Cork City. Over 110 passionate staff members serve a footfall of over 1 million each year and within our buildings, you’ll find 6 swimming pools, 2 gyms, 12 football pitches, an 18-hole golf course and a church dating back to the 12th century that now serves as a cultural & heritage centre.

LeisureWorld Cork

As part of our portfolio, we run LeisureWorld Bishopstown, Churchfield and Douglas.

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About our Organisation

Our teams are dedicated to living well and through our modern facilities, we service the needs of the public and provide excellent local amenities for our communities. We believe that fitness is for everyone and our motto is EveryBody Belongs.

Our team has one major thing in common: we come together to work hard and with a sense of purpose, bringing the best of ourselves to create a wonderful experience and an atmosphere that is friendly, welcoming and enjoyable for everyone.

Employee 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.
  • Health & Wellness Policy
  • Free Parking with the exception of St Peters
  • Employee ‘Thank you’ lunches
  • Employee Social events
  • Additional bonus day (Good Friday)

  • Save money with our cycle to work scheme and plan for your future with access to the companies PRSA Pension scheme
  • Health & Wellness Policy
  • Multi-site & flexible work environment
  • Free Parking

If this sounds like your ideal company and you’d like to be part of something great, then we’d love to see your application.

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Accounts Assistant / Accounting Technician

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 Essential Requirements Desirable Attributes
Qualifications Strong numerical competency (Leaving Certificate or equivalent).

Completion of, or active progress towards, an Accounting Technician qualification (ATI / IATI) or equivalent.

 Fully qualified Accounting Technician (Diploma level) or equivalent.
Experience Proven experience in an Accounts Assistant, bookkeeping, or structured administration role.

Experience handling high-volume transactional data entry.

 Experience working within a multi-site leisure, retail, or hospitality environment.
Technical Skills Strong proficiency in MS Excel (data sorting, basic formulas).

General competency with computer-based office systems.

 Working knowledge of Sage 50.

Familiarity with Legend CRM, Timepoint, AutoEntry, Trackplan, Snow Payroll.
Core Competencies Meticulous attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

Ability to prioritize tasks to meet strict commercial deadlines.

 Clear, professional communication style when handling vendor or debtor queries.

Employment Benefits

  • Health & Wellness: Complimentary full access to all LeisureWorld swimming pools, gyms, and structured fitness classes across our facilities.
  • Pension Provision: Facility to enrol in the MyFutureFund scheme where applicable, or coordination of personal PRSA contributions via standard payroll deductions.
  • Work Environment: A stable, structured, and professional office framework within an organization dedicated to supporting local community well-being.
  • Development: Full support and internal training on industry-specific software systems (Legend, Sage, and payroll applications).

How to Apply
Please submit an up-to-date CV along with a brief cover letter outlining your suitability to the HR Department at recruitment@leisureworldcork.com.

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