Overview
My client, a reputable and progressive multinational, is looking to recruit a Senior Accountant to join their Finance team in Cork. This is a permanent role offering a very competitive salary, full benefits, significant career progression and a hybrid working policy.
Responsibilities
* Cultivates and sustains strong, collaborative relationships with key stakeholders to ensure alignment and support for financial and operational objectives.
* Contributes to the development and continuous oversight of service standards and manages service-level agreements to drive accountability and performance.
* Participates in the design, monitoring, and ongoing enhancement of key performance indicators (KPIs), promoting a culture of continuous improvement across financial operations.
* Ensures the integrity of the general ledger and full compliance with the Worldwide Controller’s Manual, as well as all applicable laws and regulatory requirements.
* Manages timely and accurate month-end close processes, including the review and posting of accounting transactions, analysis and reconciliation of P&L and balance sheet accounts, and resolution of discrepancies.
* Ensures all financial records adhere to U.S. GAAP, maintaining robust internal controls and consistently upholding corporate policies and procedures.
* Serves as a key liaison for internal and external audits, providing accurate data and clear communication to support quarterly, interim, and year-end audit activities.
* Assesses existing processes, identifies opportunities for efficiency, and implements improvements to enhance financial operations and reporting.
* Supports the design, implementation, and evaluation of internal controls over financial reporting in alignment with corporate governance and compliance standards.
* Collaborates effectively with both finance and non-finance stakeholders, ensuring transparency and shared understanding across functions.
* Accountable for financial reporting and compliance with both U.S. GAAP and local accounting standards.
* Acts as an advocate for the Global Financial Services model, contributing to the ongoing evolution of finance architecture and operating philosophy.
* Demonstrates strong interpersonal and leadership skills, effectively working across diverse teams and geographies while developing and mentoring team members.
* Quickly establishes credibility with cross-functional and cross-cultural audiences; skilled at influencing stakeholders at various organizational levels.
* Brings significant experience in global finance operations within a multi-location, multinational corporate environment.
* Willing and able to travel as required; provides flexible support during U.S. business hours approximately 2–3 days per month.
Qualifications
* Fully Qualified Accountant – ACCA, ACA, CPA or CIMA
* 2 Years PQE
* Multinational Experience an advantage
* Knowledge of US GAAP essential
* Forward thinking individual who can work off their own innovative
* Experience working with ERP’s also essential
* The ability to meet strict deadlines in a timely and efficient manner
Application and Notes
Please click the link below to apply, call Ray Brennan on 0830528677 or alternatively send an up-to-date CV to ray.brennan@peglobal.net.
Please note our client cannot assist with any visa sponsorship and candidates must have the correct visa to live and work in Ireland.
Job details
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Accounting/Auditing
* Industries: Accounting
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