Accountant

HR Path Talent; Leinster; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

HR Path Talent in Dublin is hiring a contract Accountant to manage end-to-end Local GAAP reporting, statutory financial statements, and audit delivery for a key client project. The role requires 3+ years' accounting experience, a degree in business/finance/accounting, and knowledge of Local and US GAAP.

SAP experience and strong Excel/Word skills are preferred. This contract position sits in a multinational environment with opportunities to drive reporting improvements and collaborate with

Qualifications

• 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.
• SAP experience preferred.
• Proficiency in PC skills (Word and Excel).

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

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Independent work

Education

University degree in Business/Finance/Accounting

Qualified Accountant or equivalent

Experience with Local GAAP and US GAAP

3+ years accounting experience

Experience in shared services/multinational environment

Tools

SAP

Excel

Word

Job description

Accountant

Department: Accountancy

Employment Type: Contract / Temp

Location: Dublin

Compensation: €60,000 - €70,000 / year

Description

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.

Key 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, Knowledge and Expertise

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)