Full Time CONTRACT TYPE e.g. Permanent/Fixed Term Contract positionHybrid role based in our City Centre officesWhat we offerWe have embraced a hybrid working model for most of our positions, which means that you can enjoy a balanced approach of working from home for part of the week and working from the office for the remainder of the week.We offer a comprehensive benefits package including competitive salaries and bonuses, robust Learning and Development support, excellent Defined Contribution pension and comprehensive Wellbeing initiatives and support to name but a few. Further details on our benefits package can be accessed here Benefits (life-)At Irish Life, our purpose is to help people build better futures. Our company values shape everything we do and underpin our vision of being the driving force behind Ireland's financial, physical, and mental well-being.We believe in doing the right thing—acting with integrity and making fair, responsible decisions. We aim high, setting ambitious goals and constantly find better ways to innovate and improve. Our customers are at the heart of everything we do, and we are dedicated to understanding their needs and exceeding their expectations. We believe that as a team we work best together, in a supportive, collaborative environment where every idea and contribution is valued.
Role Overview
Perform accounting duties associated with a specific accounting function. Responsibilities are within the Accounting Function as a generalist or in a combination of disciplines. In some instances (depending on the area of support) this role will be required to manage resources and will review the work of Accounts Assistants.
Team Background
What you will help us to achievePerform general accounting activities, including the preparation, maintenance and reconciliation of ledger accounts and financial statements such as balance sheets, profit-and-loss statements and capital expenditure schedulesPrepare, record, analyse and report accounting transactions and ensure the integrity of accounting records for completeness, accuracy and compliance with accepted accounting policies and principlesProvide financial support, including forecasting, budgeting and analysing variations from budgetAnalyse and prepare statutory accounts, financial statements, regulatory returns and reportsMaintain accounting policies and controls, fiscal controls and prepare financial reportsMay be involved in the development and implementation of accounting systems (both manual and computerized), and documentation of systems and procedures/instructions
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What you will need to be successful in the role
University Degree in Finance or Accountancy, ideally with limited work experienceCould be a recent graduate, part qualified or newly qualified in Finance or AccountancyAbout usIrish Life is one of Ireland's largest financial institutions with a presence across a range of financial services markets. We are one of Ireland's leading financial services groups with over 1.5 million customers. For over 80 years, we've been helping people to look after their life insurance, pension and investment needs, and more recently their health insurance.It is a subsidiary of Great-West Lifeco and a member of the Power Financial Corporation group of companies.We are proud of our culture of developing and supporting the growth and professional development of our people. The focus has resulted in a team of top talent with high standards, positioning us at the forefront of our industry.The company reserves the right to draw up a shortlist as part of the selection process. Where Agency assistance is required the Irish Life Recruitment Team will engage directly with suppliers. Unsolicited CVs / profiles supplied to Irish Life by Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this role.Irish Life is proud to be an Equal Opportunities employer. We have created an environment of inclusion and growth to help people achieve their potential, to ensure they can bring their whole selves to work and to feel valued. We celebrate diversity of thought and perspective and want all of our employees to feel valued, respected and supported. We have built a culture that promotes equality and inclusion for all of our current and future employees and strive to ensure that our behaviours, processes and practices are aligned to this culture.If you require any accommodations during the recruitment process please contact and we will be delighted to ensure you are fully supported to be your best. ILGL supports Equal Opportunity and is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland.