General Ledger Accountant - Contract
My client, a Galway City based life sciences business, seeks to hire a qualified Accountant with 0-5 years PQE to join the team as a General Ledger Accountant. You will be responsible for preparing monthly financial reports, annual financial statements and any other internal or external reports required. This is a 12 month temporary contract, on a hybrid basis: 4 days in office, 1 day remote, reporting to the Finance Manager. This is a great role for someone recently qualified seeking to move into a multi-national industry environment.
Responsibilities
* Preparation of monthly financial reports including analysis of Balance Sheet and Profit & Loss.
* Preparation and review of Statutory Financial Statements.
* Liaising with external auditors for periodic and year-end review procedures for local statutory audits.
* Liaising with Tax Specialists and Advisors to ensure compliance with all external reporting requirements including VAT, Corporation tax, CSO, etc.
* Assisting with requirements for SOX Compliance and Reporting.
* Preparation, analysis and posting of journals at month end.
* Preparation and analysis of balance sheet reconciliations at month end.
* Ensure compliance with corporate policies and accounting standards.
* Enhancement of existing processes and development of new ones to ensure the most efficient completion of duties.
Requirements
* Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA equivalent) with strong technical accounting skills.
* Third Level Degree or equivalent.
* 0-5 years relevant experience – preferably with Shared Service Centre and multinational corporation background.
* SAP/Oracle or other major ERP Systems experience is desirable.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.
* Be an effective team player with ability to work under own initiative.
* Strong computer skills especially MS Office.
For more information, please contact peter.casey@cpl.ie
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