Financial / Management Accountant – Construction
The Company
A well-established construction group with a strong pipeline of projects is hiring a Financial / Management Accountant to support the Financial Controller across month-end, management reporting, and subcontractor compliance. This is a hands-on role with real exposure to project performance, cashflow, and commercial decision-making.
The Role
You will take ownership of the month-end close and deliver accurate management accounts, while ensuring key construction compliance requirements are met (subcontractor processes, RCT/VAT) and providing clear analysis to support the wider team.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the month-end close: journals, accruals, prepayments, reconciliations and postings
* Prepare monthly management accounts (P&L, balance sheet, cashflow) with commentary
* Variance analysis vs budget/forecast and KPI reporting (costs, margins, overheads, project trends)
* Support project accounting: job costing, margin analysis, WIP reporting and cost control
* Manage subcontractor processes including set-up, compliance checks and payment support
* Prepare and submit RCT returns and support subcontractor deductions queries
* Prepare VAT returns and ensure timely compliance (construction VAT exposure an advantage)
* Oversee bank reconciliations, supplier statement reconciliations and payment runs (as required)
* Support year-end audit, statutory accounts prep and liaison with external accountants/advisors
* Maintain fixed asset register and ensure robust financial controls and process improvements
* Partner with Project Managers/Commercial teams to ensure timely and accurate reporting
Requirements
* Qualified, part-qualified (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) or strong QBE with relevant construction experience
* 2+ years' experience in a finance role with month-end and management accounts responsibility
* Experience with RCT and VAT in an Irish construction environment highly advantageous
* Comfortable working in a fast-paced, operationally-led business and meeting deadlines
* Strong attention to detail, with the confidence to challenge and improve processes