Accounting Operations Manager
This role oversees the day-to-day financial activities of the organization, including cost and general accounting, payroll, accounts payable, and receivable. It involves maintaining the general ledger and managing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close and reporting. The position also supports statutory accounting and tax compliance for Allegion plc and its Irish subsidiaries.
### Responsibilities:
* Prepare Irish consolidated financial statements in accordance with Irish Company Law and US GAAP.
* Lead statutory audits and support US GAAP audit queries.
* Maintain accounting records in Microsoft AX and submit monthly trial balances to Hyperion.
* Liaise with the internal finance team to perform month end closing accounting and reporting activities.
* Manage the Irish payroll process and ensure payments to employees and other service providers are completed on time.
* Produce management reports including budgeting, forecasting, and corporate cost analysis.
* Coordinate Irish tax filings and act as liaison with Irish tax authorities and internal tax teams.
* Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley and other internal control standards.
* Support legal compliance and prepare filings for the Companies Registration Office (CRO).
* Monitor and implement new accounting standards.
## Requirements:
We are looking for a candidate with the following qualifications:
* A degree in Accounting or Finance with a professional qualification (ICAI, CIMA, ACA, ACCA).
* Minimum 5 years' experience in industry, public accounting, or internal audit.
* Strong knowledge of Irish GAAP (FRS 102), Irish Company Law, and Sarbanes-Oxley.
* Experience with publicly listed companies preferred.
* Proficiency in Microsoft AX and Hyperion is advantageous.
* Excellent communication, analytical, and organisational skills.
* Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.