The role will suit a recently qualified accountant, with an excellent academic record and early career of accomplishment seeking a challenging role in a high-growth environment with excellent opportunities for advancement.
The role will require energy, ability and attention to detail, and an appetite for developing broader business acumen and experience. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic and energetic, willing to take on new tasks and work on own initiative, and to work effectively within a growing team & with cross functional colleagues.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Overall responsibility for the finance function of a portfolio of entities within the European Shared Service - primary Ireland the largest entity in this portfolio
- Responsible for the revenue recognition process for these entities.
- Preparation and input of journal entries including (but not limited to) accruals, prepayments, cash and Inter-company
- Provision of internal monthly reporting under US GAAP to include balance sheet, income statement and supporting analysis schedules
- Ensuring the completion of Balance Sheet reconciliations each month and the timely resolution of reconciling items.
- Ensuring Intercompany Balances are reconciled on a monthly basis
- Completing month end reporting packs and reports for distribution
- Follow established EMEA-wide treasury procedures to include cash management and weekly forecast and reporting to US parent company
- Cash management including bank factoring and reconciliation of same
- Liaising with both the AP, AR and Payroll Shared Service teams.
- Liaising with external auditors during their audits and quarterly reviews and responding to their queries on a timely basis.
- Assist in the preparation of annual statutory financial statements for a number of European entities, working with local service providers.
- Liaising with local internal management on finance related matters
- Assist in a number of ad hoc projects which will arise on a regular basis
REQUIREMENTS:
- Qualified Accountant - ACA/ ACCA.
- Good knowledge of Financial systems
- Previous exposure to US GAAP or Accounting in a Multinational environment would be an advantage.
- Strong practical knowledge of Microsoft Excel is essential.
- Ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.
- Proactive and organized self starter who can work as an individual contributor and as part of cross functional team.
- Good Communication skills.
- Attention to detail and accuracy are essential.
- Flexibility and enthusiastic attitude are essential
- Another European language an advantage
If this role is of interest to you please apply now or contact Kevin O'Mara in Marks Sattin Dublin if you have additional questions.