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Education
Skills
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Beth Connerty

Clane, Kildare,Ireland

Summary

Chartered Accountant (ACA) with 3.5 years’ experience delivering external audits for high-profile clients, now seeking to transition into a Financial Accountant role. Strong technical accounting, analytical, and problem-solving skills developed through managing complex financial statement areas and delivering accurate, high-quality reporting in demanding environments. Experienced in financial analysis, reconciliations, discrepancy investigation and maintaining the integrity of financial information. Detail-oriented and collaborative, with strong communication skills and a solid foundation in month-end, statutory reporting and audit coordination.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work history

Audit Associate

KPMG
Dublin, Ireland
2021.10 - 2025.04
  • Completed KPMG’s 3.5-year Audit & Assurance Graduate Programme and qualified as a Chartered Accountant (ACA).
  • Delivered audit engagements for large insurance clients, gaining strong experience in financial reporting, statutory compliance, and accounting standards.
  • Acted as Audit In-Charge in my final year, coordinating team activity, reviewing work and supporting junior team members.
  • Tested key financial statement balances, investigated variances, and worked closely with client finance teams to resolve issues efficiently.
  • Reviewed financial statements and supporting documentation for accuracy, completeness, and consistency throughout the audit process.
  • Evaluated internal controls and financial reporting processes through risk assessments, stakeholder interviews, and walkthrough testing.
  • Used audit software and data analysis tools to streamline testing, analyse large data sets and improve audit efficiency.
  • Collaborated with senior management and client finance teams to meet reporting deadlines and deliver high quality outputs.

Deli Assistant

CONDRON'S SUPERVALUE
Clane, Co Kildare
2019.06 - 2020.03
  • Prepared salads, deli items, and hot food in line with quality, hygiene, and food safety standards.
  • Handled customer catering orders by phone, discussing menu options, pricing, and delivery arrangements clearly and professionally.
  • Worked effectively in a fast-paced team environment, restocking counters, maintaining clean and organised work areas, and supporting high standards of customer service.
  • Developed strong organisational skills through managing multiple tasks efficiently, prioritising customer requests, and working accurately under pressure.

Food and Beverage Assistant

THE SALTHILL HOTEL
Salthill, Co. Galway
2018.09 - 2018.12
  • Worked as part of the breakfast team in a busy hotel, serving guests and helping ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
  • Maintained cleanliness, organisation, and presentation standards in line with hotel procedures.
  • Supported weddings and large events, gaining experience working under pressure and managing busy workloads.
  • Built strong communication, teamwork, and time-management skills through working closely with colleagues and guests in a fast-paced environment.

Transition Year Work Experience

GRANT THORNTON, ACCOUNTANTS
Dublin, 2
2015.01 - 2015.02
  • Completed Transition Year work experience at Grant Thornton, gaining early exposure to a professional accountancy environment.
  • Assisted with organising and maintaining client files and documents, helping to keep records accurate and up to date.
  • Supported the team with invoice processing and general administrative tasks within the department.
  • Gained experience in payroll support by checking information and organising payroll records carefully and accurately.

Transition Year Work Experience

CHRISTOPHER GROGAN, SOLICITORS
Clane, Co. Kildare
2014.09 - 2015.01
  • Helped organise legal files and prepare important documents to support the day-to-day running of the office.
  • Completed Transition Year work experience in a solicitors’ office, gaining experience in a professional and confidential working environment
  • Provided administrative support by retrieving case files for the solicitor ahead of meetings, and assisting with file organisation as directed.
  • Accompanied the solicitor to court, observed legal proceedings, and took detailed notes to enhance understanding of courtroom processes and legal practices.

Education

Secondary School - Leaving Certificate

St. Wolstan's Community School
Celbridge, Co. Kildare

Bachelor of Science - Financial Mathematics and Economics

National University of Ireland Galway
Galway, Co. Galway

Skills

  • Communication: Developed strong verbal and written communication skills through dealing directly with clients and colleagues in audit, as well as customer-facing roles in hospitality

  • Teamwork and collaboration: Worked closely with audit, tax, IT, and actuarial teams at KPMG, and with colleagues in hospitality roles, to meet deadlines and support day-to-day operations

  • Organisation and attention to detail: Built strong organisational skills through managing audit documentation, maintaining accurate records, and reviewing information carefully

  • Microsoft Excel: Strong working knowledge of Excel, developed through daily use in audit, utilizing formulas, spreadsheets, and financial data analysis to support audit testing

  • Analytical and problem-solving skills: Strengthened by reviewing financial information, investigating variances, and working with clients to resolve issues during audit engagements

  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines: Developed through balancing tight audit deadlines and working in busy hospitality environments where accuracy and efficiency were essential

  • Financial reporting and audit experience: Gained through preparing audit documentation, reviewing financial statements and account balances, and carrying out work in line with professional standards

  • Leadership: Developed as auditor in charge by coordinating team tasks, leading meetings, and helping manage the progress of audit assignments

  • Time management: Strengthened through managing multiple audit responsibilities, prioritising client requests, and working to strict deadlines

  • Accuracy and record management: Demonstrated through handling financial information carefully, maintaining supporting documentation, and organising records accurately across audit and office-based roles

Accomplishments

  • ACA qualification acquired
  • ECDL computer training completed
  • Full drivers license acquired and in possession of my own vehicle
  • Grade 2 in flute and piano achieved

Affiliations

  • Hiking & Nature
  • Exercising & Yoga
  • Breathwork & Meditation

References

References available upon request.

Availability

Available for immediate start.

Timeline

Audit Associate

KPMG
2021.10 - 2025.04

Deli Assistant

CONDRON'S SUPERVALUE
2019.06 - 2020.03

Food and Beverage Assistant

THE SALTHILL HOTEL
2018.09 - 2018.12

Transition Year Work Experience

GRANT THORNTON, ACCOUNTANTS
2015.01 - 2015.02

Transition Year Work Experience

CHRISTOPHER GROGAN, SOLICITORS
2014.09 - 2015.01

Secondary School - Leaving Certificate

St. Wolstan's Community School

Bachelor of Science - Financial Mathematics and Economics

National University of Ireland Galway
Beth Connerty