Accounting Specialist

Itron, Inc.; Cork; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangements

Private health insurance

Company pension plan

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Itron, Inc. in Cork, Ireland, is seeking a Senior Accountant to own end-to-end accounting for multiple entities within EMEA. You will manage month-end close, P&L and balance sheet analysis, and ensure compliance with US GAAP and IFRS.

The role offers hybrid work arrangements, exposure to a global organization, and opportunities for professional growth in a multinational environment. Prior SSC experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance; professional qualification preferred.
• Experience in Accounting, Financial Reporting, Controllership, or related finance functions.
• Knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS.
• Advanced MS Word, Excel and Oracle or similar.
• Experience in fast-paced multinational environments; SSC experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review and post month-end close and accounting transactions.
• Perform P&L and balance sheet analysis, reconciliation, and resolution.
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP and IFRS.
• Support SOX compliance and audits with internal/external teams.
• Prepare local statutory accounts, tax returns and tax provisions.
• Meet targets for SLAs and complete fluctuation analyses for Corporate HQ.
• Improve accounting processes and implement solutions with the team.
• Build relationships across EMEA and with GBS.

Skills

Accounting

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Professional qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CPA)

Tools

Excel

Word

Oracle

Job description

Itron is innovating new ways for utilities and cities to manage energy and water. We create a more resourceful world to protect essential resources for today and tomorrow. Itron’s Global Business Centre (GBS) in Cork is responsible for end-to-end activities for International Accounting. Our Senior Accountant reports to one of our County Controller Accounting Managers and will take ownership or part ownership of one or more entities within EMEA.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Responsible for the timely and accurate review and posting of month end close and accounting transactions.
• P&L and balance sheet account analysis, review, reconciliation and resolution.
• Responsible for ensuring that financial records are in compliance with US and Local GAAP.
• Support SOX Compliance, and internal/external audits within GBS working closely with advisors and auditors.
• Responsible for the timely preparation of local statutory accounts, direct/corporate tax returns and tax provision calculations.
• Achieve targets for high performance that meet or exceed Service Level Agreements.
• Complete monthly and quarterly fluctuation analysis and reporting for Corporate HQ for the entities under your responsibility.
• Ensure the ongoing implementation & integrity of all accounting transactions, including complex transactions, per agreed processes, procedures, and controls.
• Actively participate in a continuous improvement culture through analysing accounting processes and procedures for greater efficiency and work with the team to generate and implement solutions.
• Build relationships with and key support contacts in EMEA and within the wider GBS team.
• Meet individual objectives and contribute to the achievement of the team’s overall objectives.
• Ad-hoc project work as required.
• Available for limited travel when necessary.

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, Qualified Accountant with an ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA or similar.
• Relevant experience in Accounting, Financial Reporting, Controllership, or a related finance function.
• Knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Oracle or similar.
• Previous experience in fast paced multinational environments, previous experience in Shared Service Centre is preferred.

What We Offer

Purpose: Opportunity to create a more resourceful world by working on the 21st century’s biggest challenges: managing water, energy, and gas.

Career: Exposure to a global organization with opportunities for professional growth and cross-functional collaboration.

Development: Study support, continuous learning opportunities, and sponsorship of relevant professional memberships and subscriptions.

Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive compensation package including private health insurance, company pension plan, hybrid working arrangements, and additional local benefits.
• Depending on your experience, this role is expected to offer between gross 60,000 EUR and 70,000 EUR annually.

Itron is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If you require an accommodation to apply, please contact a recruiting representative at 1-800-635-5461 or email [e-mail].

Itron is proud to be an Equal Opportunity, Affiantative Action Employer.

Itron is transforming how the world manages energy, water and city services. Our trusted intelligent infrastructure solutions help utilities and cities improve efficiency, build resilience and deliver safe, reliable and affordable service. With edge intelligence, we connect people, data insights and devices so communities can better manage the essential resources they rely on to live.

You can build your career here and do work that truly matters.

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