Job Description We are now recruiting an Accountant to join our Finance team in Westport on an initial 12 Month FTC basis .
This role will report to the Finance Manager.
As our new Accountant, you will have the opportunity to lead a business unit and guide our business leaders on all relevant financial matters, including strategy and process improvement.
Joining an established and talented team, you will plan, control, administer, interpret, and report the financial affairs of the site business unit to ensure continued growth and proficiency.
Responsibilities : Providing financial support and guidance on all issues within business units Month end close activities – absorption analysis, overhead spend analysis, headcount assessment, variance analysis and narrative etc.
Financial lead and primary finance point of contact for one of the business units in Westport.
Financial Planning and analysis for the business unit – including monthly LBE's, annual Plan and LRP.
Monitoring, reviewing, and reporting of all key financial metrics within the business unit.
Monitor and report on operations performance with monthly/weekly KPI's to Senior Management Team and cross functional depts.
Ensure all accounting and reporting procedures comply with SOX and internal control guidelines.
Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations through Blackline.
Drive process improvement initiatives to deliver business objectives.
Deliver full compliance with all regulatory requirements, including the support of external and internal audits.
Collaborate and maintain stakeholder relationships with cross functional depts – Supply Chain, Quality, Manufacturing, Operational Excellence etc.
Qualifications You will be a Qualified Accountant or Part Qualified and in the process of completing Professional Accounting Exams with one of the Recognized Accountancy Bodies.
You will have a Third level qualification in business/accounting.
Experience within a global manufacturing environment preferred.
Excellent knowledge of MS Excel required, experience with SAP, Blackline and Power BI preferred.
Proven experience working with a fast and dynamic Finance Team.
Proven record of building strong relationships with business partners at various levels in a cross functional organization.
Results driven, striving to meet all targets and metrics set by site/dept and division leaders.
Additional Information AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
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