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Job Description
Financial Accountant sought for a thriving Irish food group in Co. Longford, responsible for period-end management accounts, balance sheet analysis, and regulatory returns.
Job Description
The Financial Accountant will report to the Financial Controller and be responsible for a range of key duties and responsibilities.
- Assist with the preparation of period-end management accounts, including detailed supporting calculations and reconciliations for two companies.
- Perform in-depth balance sheet analysis and reconciliations to ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Post period-end journals, including accruals, adjustments, and corrections to reflect accurate financial data.
- Oversee inventory counts.
- Prepare regulatory returns, ensuring compliance with financial regulations and timely submissions.
- Support the preparation of budgets and financial forecasts by collaborating with relevant departments.
- Provide financial analysis and generate reports from business intelligence software to aid decision-making.
- Assist in compiling a detailed audit file and support the year-end audit process.
- Review processes and controls across departments to identify and implement efficiency improvements.
- Handle ad-hoc duties and reporting as required to support business operations.
Requirements
- Fully qualified accountant with at least 2 years post qualified experience.
- Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with ERP system knowledge is a plus but not essential.
- Ideal candidate will have a Certification in Data Analytics or a desire to pursue one.
- Advanced IT skills, especially in Excel.
- Skilled in conducting meaningful financial analysis and reporting.
- Excellent organisational, communication and teamwork capabilities.
- High attention to detail with a solid understanding of accounting principles.
Benefits
- Pension Fund