FINANCE MANAGER - CONTRACT My client, a global leader is the life science sector, seeks to hire a Finance Manager on a contract basis. Reporting to the Finance Director, you will be responsible for coordinating and controlling the full range of complex accounting functions for the required regions. You will be responsible for the general accounting functions and management of team members within the GL function for that region. You will also be responsible for co-ordinating, reviewing and signing off on all GL activities for your regions, as well as managing the successful on-boarding and integration of finance transformation activities into and out of the business as required. This is a 12-month temp contract role via Cpl, 4 days onsite in Galway City. RESPONSIBILITIES Assist in the preparation of Monthly Financial Reports, Annual Financial Statements and any other internal or external reports required, ensuring that they are completed in a timely, accurate and efficient manner. Responsible for the Performance management of the team, ensuring that the Can do process is maintained, SMART goals are set and that team members receive relevant and timely feedback on an ongoing basis. Organising the workload for the team and ensuring that the right resources are available and trained to the highest standard. Responsible for the Induction and training of new team members ensuring that the highest levels of training are delivered and measured. Drive Continuous Improvement to streamline processes. Assist in the co-ordination of the daily workflow of the accounting team including the completion of detailed account analysis and reconciliation of all general ledger accounts. Assist in transition of GL functions both into and out of the SBS. Manage both local and Philippines based GL Accounting teams. Develop new and streamline existing processes and systems as required to ensure more efficient delivery of value-add information to both internal and external stakeholders. Prepare and analyse cost information for presentation to and review by divisional managers. Be an effective team player who will drive efficiency and continuous improvement throughout the department. Manage the preparation of monthly financial reports for defined entity/ region, ensuring they are completed in a timely, accurate and efficient manner. Review of entities balance sheet reconciliations at month end. Review entities monthly accruals & prepayments to ensure all items are accurately captured. Review of entities Income statement variance analysis on a monthly and quarterly basis. Review of entities compliance with US GAAP revenue recognition criteria. Review significant revenue contracts for in scope entities to ensure compliance with corporate revenue recognition guidelines. Support in transition of functions (Record to Report in particular) to other locations. REQUIREMENTS Accounting Qualification ACA, ACCA, CIMA. 5+ years experience preferably with Shared Service Centre/ Multinational. SAP/Oracle or other major ERP Systems experience is desirable. Strong computer skills especially MS Office & Qlikview. For information, please contact #LI-PKCABC #CplGalCommercial24 Skills: 'month end reconciliation intercompany cash flow variance analysis' Benefits: Paid Holidays Parking Laptop