We Make Life More Rewarding and Dignified
Location: Ballina
Department: Finance
Summary
We now have an exciting opportunity for a Graduate Accountant to join our Finance Team in Ballina for a 3 year contract. This role is suitable for candidates that wish to undergo a training contract to complete professional accounting qualifications.
This role is designed to provide hands-on experience and training in financial operations, with a primary focus on Accounts Receivable (AR). The successful candidate will play a key role in managing the company's accounts receivable process, ensuring timely and accurate invoicing, payment collection, and reconciliation of accounts. The role will also gain exposure to a broad range of accounting tasks. Comprehensive training and support will be provided to facilitate professional development and career growth.
Responsibilities
Full training will be provided in the following areas:
Credit Management and Control (Core Focus)
* Monitor accounts to ensure timely payments and follow up on overdue accounts.
* Reconcile AR ledgers to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
* Maintain records of client transactions and provide AR-related reports.
* Monitoring of blocked orders
* Running credit check reports on new and existing customers
* Collaborate with the customer service team to resolve billing discrepancies.
Banking And Intercompany (Core Focus)
* Process and record incoming payments accurately
* Management of daily banking
* Preparation of Bank Reconciliation
* Preparation and reconciliation of monthly intercompany charges
* Preparation of cashflow reports
Additional Accounting/Finance Functions
* Financial month end close – Support the preparation of periodic results in accordance with US GAAP (provisions, aged reporting etc.)
* Preparation of monthly reports and KPI’s to deadline
* Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
Professional Development Opportunity
* The role offers structured training and mentorship to support progression towards professional qualifications (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA).
* You will gain practical experience across multiple accounting functions to build a solid foundation for your career.
Work Experience Requirements
* 0-2 years Experience.
* Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Desirable – multinational experience
Education Requirements
* A degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. (Level 8)
* Desire to pursue professional accountancy exams (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA).
Specialized Skills/Technical Knowledge
* Understanding of accounting principles and financial regulations.
* Strong numerical and analytical skills.
* Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
* Effective communication skills for liaising with internal and external stakeholders.
Experience
* Previous internship or work experience in accounting is desirable
* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other accounting software is desirable
About Hollister Incorporated
Hollister Incorporated is an independent, employee-owned company that develops, manufactures and markets healthcare products worldwide. The company spearheads the advancement of innovative products for ostomy care, continence care and critical care, and also creates educational support materials for patients and healthcare professionals. Headquartered in Libertyville, Illinois, Hollister has manufacturing and distribution centers on three continents and sells in nearly 80 countries. Hollister is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Firm of John Dickinson Schneider, Inc., and is guided both by its Mission to make life more rewarding and dignified for people who use our products and services, as well as its Vision to grow and prosper as an independent, employee-owned company, and in the process, to become better human beings.
EOE Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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