Financial Planning Accountant

Overview

We are seeking a Financial Planning Accountant to join a Tech/CDIO finance team on a 12-month contract based in Dublin, requiring two days per week onsite. This role is integral for managing financial operations in a dynamic, high-expenditure tech environment, working closely with cross-functional teams rather than traditional finance roles.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and approve contractor and agency expenditures involving more than 30 partners, ensuring prompt payments.
• Administer purchase requisition approvals along with monthly recharge invoicing.
• Prepare monthly contractor accrual reports.
• Collaborate with finance business partners to support forecasting and budget planning activities.
• Track and analyze IT expenditure variances for insight and action.
• Initiate cost-saving measures through process enhancements, including leveraging AI and automation technologies.
• Provide temporary coverage for the Finance Planning Manager when required.
• Translate and present financial information clearly for audiences without finance backgrounds.

Qualifications and Experience

• ACA, ACCA, or CIMA certified (or equivalent) with over five years of experience post-certification.
• Extensive experience in a cross-functional accounting and business partnering capacity beyond the typical month-end technical accounting tasks.
• Proficiency in advanced MS Office applications and comfortable navigating both IT and finance systems.
• Strong command of English language with excellent verbal and written communication skills, especially in reporting and presentations.
• Demonstrated ability to accurately handle large-scale spend and contractor processing within strict deadlines.
• Proven success in driving operational improvements and cost reductions.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with SAP systems, preferably SAP S/4HANA.