A well known Semi State in Kildare (hybrid working) have an excellent opportunity for a Project Accountant on a permanent contract. In this role you will track and report financial performance of grant funded projects. You will support both Project Managers and the finance in delivering on time and on budget.
You will also help in driving system and process improvements.
Key requirements of the Project Accountant
* Oversee daily general ledger operations to ensure accuracy and compliance with company
* Manage the preparation and review of monthly management accounts and annual budgets, ensuring they align with organisational goals and financial strategies. Support the team to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, month-end close processes, and compliance with all accounting policies and procedures. Ensure the integrity of financial data, providing support for audit processes as required.
* Responsible for managing all aspects of grant administration, including tracking grants, preparing budgets, and ensuring compliance with financial and grant specific guidelines.
* This includes monitoring grant spending, maintaining accurate records, and preparing timely grant claims for submission. This will involve coordination with internal teams to gather necessary documentation, reconcile grant-related accounts, and provide regular financial reports to management. You will also play a role in supporting grant audits, handling finance queries from funders etc.
* Provide monthly project financial reports to project managers and relevant stakeholders.
* Prepare and review project-specific balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, and prepayments.
* Produce financial schedules and assist in preparation of variance analysis, cash flow
* projections, and funding utilisation reports. Support the capitalisation of project costs.
* Work with the Finance Operations Manager and GL Project Manager to drive continuous
* improvement in project accounting and grant claims processes. Support the development and refinement of reporting tools, templates, and systems for better efficiency and accuracy. Ensure financial systems are used effectively to support project tracking and compliance.
* All employees are expected to co-operate fully with all provisions taken by the company for ensuring Health and Safety, and Welfare of co-employees and members of the public using the
* Proactively participate in the Performance Management process to ensure delivery of own, and the wider team's, objectives.
Key requirements of the Project Accountant
* Professional accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) is essential.
* Minimum of 3 years' experience in project accounting, grant finance, or a related finance role, preferably within the renewable energy sector.
* Strong knowledge of project-based accounting principles and grant compliance requirements.
* Proficiency with ERP systems, particularly Oracle and Oracle BI, along with Power BI for data analysis and reporting.
* Advanced Excel skills, with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
* Experience with time-tracking and resource allocation systems is highly desirable.
* Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including non-finance
Desired Skills and Experience
Senior Accountant, Project Accountant, Finance Manager, Finance Transformation, Public Sector
Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
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