GENERAL LEDGER ACCOUNTANT

My client a Galway City based, lifescience business seeks to hire a new qualified Accountant, with 0-5 years PQE to join their team in the capacity of a General Ledger Accountant. You will be responsible for preparing the 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 days remote, reporting to the Finance Manager. This is a great role for someone perhaps recently qualified, wanting to move the move to 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 ensuring 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.

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