Accountant

ES Talent Management are hiring 'contract accountants' for an upcoming project on behalf of our client located in Dublin.

From an operational perspective, there are a number of accounting responsibilities. In particular, the group is responsible for end to end Local GAAP reporting activities, as well as a number of US GAAP related activities.

The Statutory Accountant is an important member of a team primarily focused on the on-time and accurate completion of financial statements, audit delivery, statistical reporting and key deliverables.

Responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities

• Prepare statutory financial statements in line with local requirements
• Prepare audit deliverables
• Work with external auditors to ensure timely & satisfactory completion of audits under Local GAAP
• Maintain Local GAAP ledgers ensuring information is updated in a timely and accurate manner
• Prepare US GAAP quarterly controls, including post submissions analytics
• Develop effective working relationships with key stakeholders in market finance
• Act as a first point of contact for key stakeholders, both internally and with external parties
• Support implementation of new business technology and reporting tools around financial statement preparation
• Contribute to team effort and assist other colleagues as needed
• Proactively identify, rectify and follow-up on local accounting issues arising
• Ensure adherence to controls and a robust controls culture
• Identify opportunities for process continuous improvement and implement solutions
• Support departmental, ad hoc and other projects as required

Skills

Education, Skills and Experience

• University Degree in Business, Finance, or Accounting
• Qualified Accountant or equivalent
• Knowledge and practical experience of Local and US GAAPs preferred
• Minimum 3+ years of related accounting experience required
• Experience in a shared services/multinational environment preferred
• Strong accounting, interpersonal, analytical and organisational skills a prerequisite
• Ability to work independently, under pressure and handle conflicting priorities
• SAP experience preferred
• Proficiency in PC skills (inc. Word and Excel)