About the Client:

Our client is a newly established Dublin-based electrical contractor, preparing to launch independently while completing 3–4 installations per week. With a focus on high-quality work, our client is building a reliable support system behind the scenes. This role offers the opportunity to support a trade professional at a pivotal stage, helping to streamline finances, manage compliance and keep day-to-day operations running smoothly.

Role Overview:

We’re seeking a proactive, detail-oriented Virtual Assistant with strong bookkeeping and administrative skills to support our client in the early stages of their business. The VA will play a key role in keeping finances organised, ensuring compliance and laying the groundwork for long-term success. Key tasks include:

• Weekly payroll setup and processing (for one employee initially)
• Invoice generation and tracking, including subcontractor payments
• Assistance with SEAI and Safe Electric compliance paperwork
• General admin support: email management, scheduling and filing
• Collaboration on business systems, file organisation and onboarding tools
  

Role and Responsibilities:

• Day-to-day admin tasks and financial workflows
• Regular submission of SEAI certificates and regulatory documentation
• Coordination with subcontractors (e.g. roofing partners) for payments and scheduling
• Early-stage business system setup, including app/tool integration and process creation
• Flexible support to navigate evolving business needs
  

Skills and Requirements:

• Experience with small business bookkeeping and payroll
• Strong admin and organisational skills
• Ability to manage compliance forms and documentation accurately
• Confident working independently with minimal instruction
• Clear communicator, responsive, and detail-focused

Preferred but not mandatory:

• Familiarity with SEAI or Safe Electric paperwork
• Experience supporting trades or construction businesses
• Comfortable suggesting systems and tools for early-stage business setup
  

Working Hours:  We are seeking a candidate to work 5 hours per week to start, with potential to grow as the business expands.

Location: This is a remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere in Ireland during business hours. Candidates should be based in Ireland and be well-aligned with Irish business practices and time zones.

• For Virtual Assistants Already Registered with Us: Please send an email directly to operations@virtualassistants.ie, indicating your interest in the role. Please list the Reference Number (REF: GL0725) in your reply and mention the role title.

• For Virtual Assistants Not Yet Registered with Us:  If you are not currently registered with Virtual Assistants Ireland but possess the qualifications and passion we seek, we encourage you to apply to express your interest in this role by applying via the link below.