Location: Cork
Contract Type: 12-Month Temporary Contract
We are delighted to represent our client, a globally recognised company as they seek a forward-thinking RTR Accountant to join their team. This is a unique 12-month opportunity for an accounting professional who doesn't just "do" the numbers but seeks to revolutionise how they are processed.
Our client's R2R function is a powerhouse of financial activity, covering Treasury, Intercompany, Inventory, and Revenue Accounting, alongside a dedicated team of regional leads focused on statutory and tax compliance. This role is designed for a "systems thinker"-someone who combines a robust accounting foundation with a passion for automation, AI, and process optimisation.
Responsibilities
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Manage and support core accounting processes, including professional fee reporting and budgeting.
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Deeply analyse financial data structures to ensure accounting integrity and efficiency.
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Design and implement automation solutions specifically for local statutory and tax processes.
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Integrate AI tools and AI agents to streamline repetitive finance tasks.
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Develop AI-assisted workflows to enhance the quality and speed of reporting and documentation.
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Collaborate on the development of internal tools, dashboards, and lightweight applications to support the wider finance function.
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Act as a bridge between Finance and Technology teams, fostering strong global working relationships.
Requirements
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A degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
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Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent)
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Proven experience in preparing or managing statutory financial statements.
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Practical experience with SAP and data visualisation tools such as Tableau or Power BI.
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Exposure to data platforms (e.g., Dataiku) and a keen interest in leveraging AI tools for analysis and documentation.
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Familiarity with building dashboards (Streamlit, Tableau, etc.); proficiency in SQL or Python is a distinct advantage.
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Excellent leadership, negotiation, and project management skills, with the ability to meet tight deadlines.
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A self-starter mindset with a curious, solution-oriented approach to problem-solving.
