Great opportunity with a renowned multinational FMCG brand based in Co.Louth. This company is simply a lovely place to work and they value their staff. Now seeking a bright Part Qualified Accountant keen to progress their career. We are looking for a self starter, a passionate accounting professional, who can work independently, as well as part of a team.
- Location: Easy access from North Co Dublin, Monaghan, Meath
- 15% Bonus, 5% pension, VHI, study support
- Hybrid working: 2-3 days in office per week
- Excellent training and career progression
- On site parking
Salary is DOE: €35,000 - €40,000
Reporting to the Financial Controller you will work as part of a large team, supporting the senior leadership team with financial reporting, month end close activities, budgeting & forecasting etc, enabling key strategic decision making within the business . This role provides ample opportunity for someone to gain all relevant accounting experience to coincide with professional exams and development.
Core Exposures:
- Preparation of month end journals entries and prepayments as part of the month-end close process
- Generating accruals for management accounts using the expense management system
- Perform detailed reconciliations of multi-currency bank accounts
- Complete monthly and quarterly balance sheet reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies promptly
- Maintenance of the Fixed Asset Register, ensuring consistency with the General Ledger and accurate
- Responsible for depreciation calculations across divisions
- Support external audit activities by preparing documentation, responding to queries, and collaborating with auditors to ensure timely completion
- Provide financial insights and support to leadership teams, enabling effective budgeting and cost control
- Prepare overhead analysis and monthly reports for department heads, including detailed travel and expense spend reviews
- Support in identifying trends, variances & opportunities for cost optimisation through data analysis
- Contribute to ad hoc projects aimed at improving financial processes, systems, and reporting
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce manual workload
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of financial practices with business objectives
Person Specification & Qualifications:
- Minimum of 1-3 years accounting experience, experience within FMCG/ medium to large org is advantageous
- Trainee/ Part Qualified Accountant studying or looking to progress with (ACCA, CIMA or ACA)
- Knowledge of core accounting principles such as debits credits, reconciliations, journals etc.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and be adaptable to change
- Experience with excel and other ERP systems
- Strong communication skills and ability to build rapport with wider team and other departments
- Inquisitive nature, eager to learn and grow, strong attention to detail
- Ability to meet weekly and monthly deadlines
