Financial Accountant

Morgan McKinley; Waterford; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan McKinley in Waterford is seeking an ambitious financial accountant to join our growing finance team. You will support monthly and year-end reporting, management accounts, and financial control while working closely with senior management and stakeholders.

The role emphasises accurate reporting, budgeting support, variance analysis and process improvements across finance functions. You will mentor junior staff and may assume supervisory duties as the team grows.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant with ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent.
• 1–2 years post-qualification experience or relevant industry experience.
• Strong understanding of financial accounting and reporting.
• Experience with month-end processes and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Exposure to budgeting, forecasting and commercial finance.
• Excellent Excel skills and familiarity with ERP/accounting systems.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and support monthly, quarterly and year-end financial reporting including journals, accruals and management accounts.
• Review balance sheet reconciliations and oversee general ledger activities.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes.
• Analyse variances and provide financial insights to support business decisions.
• Assist with audit requirements, statutory reporting and compliance.
• Collaborate with operational and senior management to provide financial information and guidance.
• Identify opportunities to improve finance processes and reporting.
• Provide guidance to finance junior staff, with potential for supervisory duties.

Skills

Excel skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Organisational skills

Team player

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Accounting software

Job description

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an ambitious financial accountant to join a growing organisation. This is a varied role, supporting financial reporting, management accounts and financial control while working closely with senior management and operational stakeholders.

The successful candidate will play an important role in ensuring accurate and timely financial information, supporting business planning and identifying opportunities to improve finance processes and reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and support monthly, quarterly and year-end financial reporting, including journals, accruals, prepayments and management accounts.
• Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations, maintain accurate financial records and oversee general ledger activities.
• Support the annual budgeting process, financial forecasts and ongoing financial planning.
• Investigate financial variances, analyse performance and provide meaningful financial insights to support business decisions.
• Maintain effective financial controls and assist with audit requirements, statutory reporting and compliance.
• Work closely with operational, commercial and senior management teams, providing financial information, guidance and support.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, reporting systems and controls, while contributing to finance projects and ad hoc reporting.
• Provide support and guidance to finance team members, with potential to take on additional supervisory responsibilities as the team develops.

Key Requirements:

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• 1-2 years' post-qualified experience or relevant industry experience.
• Strong understanding of financial accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Experience with month-end processes, management accounts and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Exposure to budgeting, forecasting and commercial finance.
• Strong Excel skills and experience using ERP or accounting systems.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and organisational skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with non-finance stakeholders.
• Proactive, detail-oriented and comfortable working independently and as part of a team.