Orange Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of our client for a General Ledger and Reporting Manager.
This is a full-time, permanent position based in Kildare with a hybrid working option.
Job Purpose
The General Ledger and Reporting Manager will oversee the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of the general ledger and group financial reporting processes. The role includes responsibility for financial consolidation, statutory compliance, audit coordination, internal controls, and direct and indirect tax reporting.
The successful candidate will play a key role in month-end close, financial statement preparation, intercompany reconciliations, cash management, and supporting continuous improvements across finance processes.
Key Responsibilities
General Ledger Management
* Lead and maintain the group-wide general ledger, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting policies.
* Oversee month-end and year-end close processes.
* Manage journal entries, accruals, and adjustments.
* Maintain and standardise the group chart of accounts.
Financial Reporting, Audit & Compliance
* Prepare statutory financial statements and manage compliance with relevant regulations.
* Coordinate and manage external audit processes.
* Support tax audits and provide required documentation.
Intercompany & Consolidation
* Oversee intercompany transactions, reconciliations, and eliminations.
* Consolidate financial data across multiple entities.
Cash & Fixed Asset Management
* Monitor group cash flow and liquidity.
* Support forecasting in collaboration with treasury.
* Manage fixed asset accounting, including acquisitions, depreciation, disposals, and register maintenance.
Tax Compliance & Reporting
* Ensure timely and accurate preparation and filing of all tax obligations.
* Support tax planning and forecasting with the wider finance team.
* Stay updated on relevant tax legislation and assess business impacts.
Continuous Improvement
* Drive efficiency and automation within finance processes.
* Support the implementation of ERP, EPM, and BI tools.
* Streamline reporting processes to reduce manual intervention.
Governance & Compliance
* Safeguard data integrity and accuracy across financial systems.
* Ensure financial governance and adherence to company policies and legislation.
* Contribute to policy reviews and updates.
Team Leadership
* Lead, mentor, and develop the General Ledger and Reporting team.
* Collaborate closely with wider finance colleagues to ensure consistency and best practice.
Qualifications & Experience
* Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline (required).
* Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or CPA required).
* 10+ years post-qualification experience, including 4+ years in a finance leadership role.
* Strong track record of delivering insights, influencing strategy, and driving business performance.
* Deep knowledge of accounting principles and regulatory frameworks.
* Strong leadership and people management skills.
* High proficiency in Excel, ERP, and reporting tools (experience with BI tools an advantage).
* Proven background in finance transformation and systems improvements.
* Experience in ESG reporting is desirable.
* An interest in horse racing is beneficial but not essential.
Closing date for applications: 8th October 2025