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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
