Financial Accountant

Collen; Ireland; Remote; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Collen in Ireland is seeking a Financial Accountant to support accurate financial reporting, compliance, and robust controls across the organisation.

You will partner with stakeholders, contribute to audits, budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis, and drive improvements in processes and systems. Eligibility to work in Ireland is required.

Join Collen to help deliver sound financial governance and sustainable business performance across regions.

Qualifications

• Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA or equivalent).
• Experience in a Financial Accountant or similar finance role.
• Experience preparing management accounts, reconciliations, and financial reports.
• Experience supporting financial audits and compliance activities.
• Knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis processes.
• Construction sector experience is beneficial; transferable experience encouraged.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems.
• Eligibility to work in Ireland.

Responsibilities

• Prepare timely and accurate monthly management accounts to trial balance.
• Complete balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances.
• Support financial reporting across the region.
• Maintain strong financial controls and governance processes.
• Assist with annual financial statements and audits.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel expertise

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Financial reporting

Problem-solving

Education

ACA/ACCA or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Financial Accountant is responsible for supporting the Finance function by ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with statutory requirements, maintaining robust financial controls, and providing financial insight to support business decision-making. The role contributes to the delivery of efficient and effective financial operations across the organisation.

How this role lives our values

This role is expected to demonstrate our values through the delivery of accurate financial reporting, compliance activities, financial controls, stakeholder support, and continuous improvement initiatives. By partnering with colleagues across the business, the role contributes to sound financial governance and sustainable business performance.

Safety: Support a safe and compliant working environment by ensuring adherence to financial controls, governance requirements, and company policies.

Integrity: Maintain accuracy, confidentiality, transparency, and professionalism when managing financial information and reporting activities.

Teamwork: Work collaboratively with finance colleagues, operational teams, auditors, advisors, and business stakeholders to achieve shared objectives.

Ownership: Take responsibility for financial reporting activities, reconciliations, compliance obligations, and continuous improvement initiatives while supporting business performance.

Sustainability: Support long-term organisational success through effective financial management, robust controls, compliance, and process improvement.

Key Accountabilities

Prepare timely and accurate monthly management accounts to trial balance stage.

Complete balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances where required.

Support financial reporting activities across the region.

Maintain strong financial controls and governance processes.

Assist with annual financial statement preparation and audit requirements.

Support financial reporting and analysis for management and stakeholders.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis

Assist with the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts.

Provide analysis of departmental expenditure and financial performance.

Monitor key financial metrics and support reporting requirements.

Support working capital management and cash flow reporting.

Assist in the preparation of ad hoc financial, payroll, cost, and margin analysis reports.

Audit, Compliance & Tax

Support internal and external audit activities.

Assist in the completion of tax returns including VAT, RCT, PAYE and VIES requirements

Maintain compliance with statutory, regulatory, and company reporting obligations.

Complete reporting requirements for government and regulatory bodies.

Support supply chain financial due diligence activities.

Stakeholder Support & Business Partnership

Partner with departments across the business to provide financial insight and support.

Provide financial information and reporting support to relevant stakeholders.

Maintain positive working relationships with colleagues, auditors, advisors, and business partners.

Handle internal and external communications with professionalism and confidentiality.

Support the development and enhancement of accounting systems and ERP platforms.

Contribute to process improvement initiatives across the finance function.

Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, controls, and reporting processes.

Support finance transformation and business improvement projects where required.

Key Requirements

Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA or equivalent).

Relevant experience in a Financial Accountant or similar finance role.

Experience preparing management accounts, reconciliations, and financial reports.

Experience supporting financial audits and compliance activities.

Knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis processes.

Construction sector experience is beneficial; however, candidates with transferable experience from other industries are encouraged to apply.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems.

Eligibility to work in Ireland.

Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills with commercial awareness.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet agreed deadlines.

Collaborative approach to delivery and stakeholder engagement.

Well-organised with strong attention to detail.

Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.

Proactive and solution-focused approach to work.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.

Advance Your Career With Us

Career path framework aligned with your discipline

Mentoring from industry experts and leadership exposure

International project opportunities across Ireland, UK, Sweden, Denmark and Finland

Access to LMS with tailored content

Membership with professional bodies to help you build your network

Inclusive culture driven by values: Safety, Integrity, Teamwork, Ownership & Sustainability