Financial Accountant - Industry

    SligoPermanentCompetitive
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    Financial Accountant - Industry

    Sligo Permanent Competitive

    About the job

    Agriculutral Sector | Hybrid Working | Excellent Progression Opportunities

    We are seeking a commercially minded finance professional to join a growing and dynamic business in a broad accounting and finance role. This position offers an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant coming from an audit background who is looking to transition into industry and gain exposure across financial accounting, operational finance, commercial analysis and business improvement projects.

    This is a hybrid role with travel across business sites as required.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Support the preparation of monthly and annual financial accounts and management reporting across the business.
    • Partner with operational and senior management teams to provide financial insight and support business decision-making.
    • Assist with budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes.
    • Review financial processes and internal controls, identifying opportunities for improvement and greater efficiency.
    • Lead and coordinate internal control reviews and targeted audit assignments across business operations
    • Carry out financial analysis and reporting to support operational performance and profitability.
    • Support compliance with corporate policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.
    • Participate in business improvement, operational and systems-related projects across the Group.
    • Assist with risk management processes and contribute to strengthening financial governance and best practice.
    • Prepare reports and presentations for senior management as required.
    • Support ad hoc finance projects and company secretarial/compliance activities where necessary.

    Qualifications & Experience

    • Fully qualified accountant (up to 3 years PQE)
    • Training gained within a large accounting practice or audit environment is highly desirable.
    • Strong financial accounting and analytical capabilities with an interest in developing commercially within industry.
    • Previous exposure to audit, controls, risk assessment, or process improvement would be advantageous.
    • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
    • Strong Excel and financial systems experience.

    Candidate Profile

    • Ambitious and motivated individual seeking long-term career progression within a growing organisation.
    • Comfortable interacting with senior management and operational teams across the business.
    • Proactive, curious and solutions-focused mindset.
    • Confident presenting information and contributing to business discussions.
    • Adaptable and comfortable working across a varied and evolving finance role.
    • Full clean driver's licence and own transport required.

    Package & Benefits

    • Competitive salary and overall compensation package
    • Hybrid working model
    • Strong opportunities for progression and career development
    • Pension scheme
    • Mileage expenses covered
    • Meal allowance provided for travel