Financial Accountant

Position Overview

We are seeking a Financial Accountant to join a dynamic and expanding organisation located in South Dublin. This role offers a hybrid working arrangement and involves taking full responsibility for financial reporting, ensuring statutory compliance, and driving process enhancements within a collaborative finance team.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the month-end closing activities, guaranteeing the accurate and prompt completion of journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and management reports.
• Draft statutory financial statements for entities in Ireland and the UK, adhering to local GAAP and IFRS standards.
• Lead the external audit lifecycle from initial planning to finalisation, serving as the main liaison for auditors, preparing necessary audit documentation, and resolving auditor inquiries.
• Handle corporation tax, VAT, and other compliance requirements by collaborating closely with external tax consultants to ensure timely and precise submissions.
• Drive improvements within finance processes by enhancing reporting accuracy, reinforcing financial controls, and promoting automation and operational efficiency.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Accredited accountant qualification such as ACA, ACC, or equivalent.
• Extensive experience in managing month-end close processes, financial reporting, and preparing statutory accounts.
• Demonstrated ability in liaising with external auditors and managing the annual audit procedures.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Irish tax compliance, including VAT and corporation tax obligations.
• Strong familiarity with Irish GAAP and IFRS; experience with UK financial reporting is advantageous.
• Exceptional organizational skills, capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously and meeting statutory deadlines consistently.
• Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving capabilities and a mindset focused on continuous improvement.
• Effective communication skills, both written and oral, to foster strong relationships within the organization and with external parties.

Additional Information

Interested candidates are encouraged to contact Aaron Flanagan directly at [email protected] for further details.