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 aaron@fortis.ie for further details.