Job Description
Financial Accountant Co. Longford Our client, a thriving and long-established Irish food group are currently seeking a Financial Accountant to join their finance team in Co. Longford. This is a permanent hybrid role. The Financial Accountant will report to theFinancial Controller.This role is crucial within the finance team and presents an excellent opportunity for career growth and taking on new challenges. Key Duties & 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. Qualifications & Experience: Fully qualified accountant with at least 2 years post qualified or my client will consider someone recently qualified . Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with ERP system knowledge is a plus but not essential. Ideally 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. Apply for this job now by sending in a Word version of your CV or get in touch with Breda . By applying, you are giving consent for Matrix Recruitment to contact you about this job. We collect your data for recruitment purposes only and will retain it for the duration required as outlined in our privacy policy. All CVs are kept confidential and will not be submitted to any clients without your knowledge and permission. Please note that due to the expected high volume of applications we can only reply to applicants suitable for the position. Skills: Balance Sheet Review Monthly Accounting Accounting General Ledger Year End Close Financial Accounting Benefits: Pension Fund