Financial Accountant

PHX Ireland Group; Dublin; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee assistance programme

Wellbeing initiatives

Product discounts

Pension contributions

Job summary

PHX Ireland Group is recruiting a Financial Accountant to join the finance team. You will own elements of the monthly management accounts and inter-company accounting, and actively participate in group reporting using Cognos and SAP BW.

The role supports budgeting, variance analysis, and collaboration with auditors across the business. We value candidates with ACA/ACCA credentials, a relevant third-level business qualification, and a track record in fast-paced environments.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with ACA/ACCA credentials.
• Relevant third-level business qualification or equivalent.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced finance team.
• Strong financial and analytical skills.
• Experience with SAP would be desirable.
• Knowledge of IFRS16 and lease accounting would be beneficial.
• Retail FMCG or pharmacy sector experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Own elements of monthly management accounts and inter-company accounting.
• Lead monthly group reporting via Cognos and SAP BW.
• Support annual budget and re-forecasting processes.
• Prepare monthly variance analyses vs forecast and budget.
• Attend inter-departmental meetings and liaise with auditors.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and drive ad-hoc projects.

Skills

Fast-paced environment

Financial analysis

Analytical skills

Strong technical skills

SAP experience

IFRS16 knowledge

Retail FMCG/Pharmacy experience

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA)

Third level business qualification or equivalent

Tools

SAP BW

Cognos

Job description

Our people make the difference. Here at PHX Ireland, we strive to be a place for everyone where each and every one of us can be our true, authentic selves, every single day.

For us, individuality sparks new ideas, shapes new approaches and brings us powerful new perspectives. It's the heartbeat of our innovation, creativity, and success. Which is why, at PHX Ireland, we don't just embrace our differences - we celebrate them.

Across United Drug, McCabes Pharmacy, and TCP Homecare, in every location and every role, the way we work makes us who we are - and that's something we are really proud of. Which is why we've summed up our ethos in our six PHX Ireland values; Customer focused, Quality driven, collaborative, ambitious, innovative, and inclusive.

We are looking for a Financial Accountant to join the team.

When you help us raise our profile, you help us reach more patients.

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

We've got your back: employee assistance programme and wellbeing initiatives

Family comes first: llife Stage Policies including maternity and paternity pay

Perks you'll actually use: product discounts

Pension Support: we contribute to your future

Belonging at Work: Inclusive, welcoming team culture where you're valued for you.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Ownership of elements of the monthly management accounts, quarterly reporting and inter-company accounting
• Active role in submission of monthly group reporting requirements via Cognos and SAP BW
• Participation in the preparation of the annual budget & re-forecasting
• Preparation of monthly variance analysis and review against forecasted and budgeted targets
• Regular attendance at inter-departmental meetings
• Liaising with auditors and other professional advisors
• Proactively identifying areas for process improvements
• Active participation in ad-hoc projects

What You'll Need to Succeed:

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA)
• A relevant third level business qualification or equivalent
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong financial and analytical skills
• Strong technical skills
• SAP Experience would be desirable
• Experience with IFRS16 and accounting for leases would be desirable
• Previous experience in retail FMCG or preferably retail pharmacy would be desirable

About McCabes Pharmacy

McCabes Pharmacy is one of Ireland's most loved Pharmacy providers, pioneering truly innovative services over the past 40 years. We are founded on values of compassionate care, advice you can trust, speedy service and excellent value for money. The patient and customer are truly at the heart of what we do. The teams that serve our customers are central to our organisation. Our commitment to our staff is to enable them to develop their careers and to have as many opportunities to be the best they can be.

About PHX Ireland & PHOENIX Group

We are comprised of United Drug, Ireland's leading pharmaceutical wholesaler and distributor; McCabes Pharmacy, Ireland's leading community pharmacy chain; and TCP Homecare, innovators in clinical home nursing services and direct to patient delivery solutions.

PHX Ireland Group employs over 1,800 people, operates 5 distribution centres and pharmacies nationwide, delivering over 85 million packs to Irish pharmacies and hospitals and serving 500,000 patients each year.

PHX Ireland is part of the PHOENIX group, Europe's leading healthcare provider. Headquartered in Mannheim, Germany, the PHOENIX group brings together more than 48,000 employees from 29 countries, includes 223 pharmaceutical distribution sites, and more than 3200 owned pharmacies and 17000 partner pharmacies.

We strive to foster an open and inclusive environment, embracing applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Our commitment lies in ensuring an accessible interview process for all candidates. If you require additional support or accommodations to attend an interview, we kindly encourage you to reach out to [e-mail]