Company OverviewFor over 75 years, Johnston Shopfitters have established a reputation for being the market leader in full turnkey retail installations. We provide Retail and Commercial Design Services, Fit-Out and Merchandising solutions to all Retail Sectors .http://johnston-What we offerCompetitive salary, Performance Bonus, work-life balance, skills & experience, pension plan, additional training etc. After 6 months probation, hybrid working can be considered, 1-2 days a week depending on performance.This role is designed to facilitate progression into the Financial Controller position within one year, contingent upon performance.PurposeThis role will provide support to the Finance team in relation to the day to day operations, to assist with preparation of monthly management accounts, preparation of annual financial accounts and periodic budget preparation under the remit of the UK and Irish companies,and assist the Financial Controller and Managing Director as required.Main Duties and ResponsibilitiesResponsible for the monthly reconciliation of sub ledgers to the general ledger and monthly reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts for a number of group companiesAssist in the preparation, analysis of monthly results including P&L, Balance Sheet, budget reporting, forecasts, periodic reviews, year-end audits, etc.Preparation and analysis of costs within the business with particular focus on developing a robust internal costing process for all ongoing projects.Budgeting and Expenditure ControlDelivering internal and external reporting within fixed timeframesPreparation of VAT, PAYE and other tax returns for a number of companiesInter-company transactions and reconciliationsAssist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual reporting to agreed deadlinesPro-actively get involved in developing reporting requirements and continually reviewing work flows, procedures and policies of AP, AR and Payroll.Assist in monitoring and forecasting of company cash flow and assist in determining the company's working capital requirementsDevelop an understanding of the client contracts, the financial impact thereof, as well performing analysis and reporting thereofCarry out income and expenditure analysis and reportingPreparing of Year end audits files and liaising with auditors to ensure completion to agreed deadlinesEnsure the integrity of information flow between the interfaces between the various software systems in useAssist with the payments, reconciliations and accruals for APSupport other finance work and project assignments as requiredAny other ad hoc assignmentsPerson SpecificationFinalist or Qualified ACCA, ACA, CIMAFull driving licence is an advantageExperience, Skills & KnowledgeA minimum of 3 years + hands on Management Accounting and cost accounting experience in a medium to large company is essential for the roleExperience with Sage 200 is an advantageIT Proficiency is essentialStrong Excel skills to include VLOOKUPs and Pivot TablesAbility to learn quickly in a busy fast paced environmentFluency in English is essential both written and spokenMust possess a dynamic approach to achieving continuous improvementAbility to work within tight deadlines in a busy environmentFlexible approach to duties undertakenWillingness to learn technical specifications of products and installationsAbility to work on own initiativeMust be self-motivated and able to motivate othersGood time keeping and reliableMust be a team playerProactive approach and attitude to all dutiesExcellent organisational and communication skillsExcellent people management and Interpersonal skillsAbility to plan, prioritise work and achieve deliverables to agreed deadlinesExcellent customer services skillsHonesty and integrityJob Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: €55,000.00-€60,000.00 per yearBenefits:Bike to work schemeCompany eventsCompany pensionEmployee assistance programOn-site parkingStore discountWellness programAbility to commute/relocate:Dublin 12, CO. Dublin: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)Work authorisation:Ireland (required)Work Location: In person