My client, a growing multinational in Cork, is looking to recruit an Accountant to join their highly professional finance department on an initial 9 month contract basis. The role offers a very competitive salary, benefits and a hybrid working option.The Role:Managing the closure of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial accounts.Conducting monthly analysis of gross profit components and reporting significant variances.Overseeing pricing structures, including bi-monthly updates and maintenance.Delivering management reports that compare and evaluate pricing and profitability factors across products and services.Ensuring compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) regulations and supporting statutory audits for the Irish entities, including collaboration with external auditors.Assisting with all corporate tax requirements and ensuring timely submissions.Preparing detailed financial analyses and reports to support regular performance reviews and enhance profitability.Producing management reports to identify and explain operating cost variances.Analyzing financial data related to assets and liabilities and preparing financial statements including balance sheets, profit and loss accounts, and other relevant reports to assess current and future financial positions.Conducting financial evaluations and preparing business cases for ad hoc projects.Assisting in data collection and analysis for various team and project activities.Performing additional duties as assigned by the employer from time to time.Requirements:Fully qualified ACA, ACCA, CPA, or CIMA with at least 3 years of relevant experience in a similar role.Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (intermediate level).Experience with ERP systems, ideally SAP.Skilled in data analysis and familiar with reporting and query tools; solid understanding of planning, productivity, and profitability analysis.High attention to detail with excellent organizational skills.Proven ability to handle multiple responsibilities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.Self-starter with the ability to work independently and apply analytical thinking to problem-solving.Strong verbal and written communication skills.Excellent interpersonal skills.Sound mathematical and analytical capabilities.Please click the link below to apply, call Ray Brennan on or alternatively send an up to date CV to ***Please note our client cannot assist with any visa sponsorship and candidates must have the correct visa to live and work in Ireland***