Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager Dublin

On behalf of their Client, Kenny-Whelan & Associates are hiring an Accounting Manager to work on site at a Global Life Science Company in Dublin.

Hybrid role:

Profile of the Role:

Analyse financial information, prepare accurate and timely results and to ensure appropriate account control procedures. This position will be a key member of a cross-functional, multi-national, accounting team responsible for critical accounting areas, staff management, business support, and ad hoc reporting. There will be regular contact with Finance staff in Dublin, Cork, EMEA, Canada and the US. 

Duties:

·      Responsible for monthly, quarterly, and annual corporate reporting under US GAAP (including account analysis & reconciliation and preparing inputs to month end reports including financial analysis & commentary).

·      Responsible for annual financial reporting to local statutory authorities under IFRS and local GAAP.

·      Reconciliation between US GAAP and local GAAP accounting.

·      Detailed analytical review of financial data and presenting to senior leadership on the financial performance of the entities.

·      Review entity profitability monthly to understand deviations and support Global Transfer Pricing team as required.

·      Partnering with Financial Planning & Analysis and the business to ensure correct goods receipting, substantiate accruals and to action any findings from accrual analytics.

·      Management of the year-end financial statement audits, working to key deadline targets and reporting of progress to the co-ordination team.

·      Liaising with the Tax Team to support the corporate tax filing process.

·      Supporting the SOX audit process as required.

·      Manage relationships with outsourced providers as required (including auditors and outsourced accounting providers).

·      Development and management of direct reports and mentoring other members of the team.

·      Identify opportunities for continuous process improvements and innovative solutions so the team can operate in an efficient manner

·      Work closely with Finance colleagues both locally and globally, adhering to global deadlines.

·      Support project and continuous improvement tasks as required.

·      Assist with ad hoc financial analysis, queries and activities as required.

Education:

·      Fully Qualified Accountant (ACA or ACCA preferred)

Experience / Knowledge:

·      Minimum five years relevant experience in similar role is essential.

·      Knowledge of both US GAAP and IFRS is advantageous.

·      Familiarity with Sarbanes Oxley and internal controls is desirable.

·      Experienced in SAP S4 Hana in addition to an understanding of Oracle & Hyperion.

·      Strong technical accounting skills.

•      Demonstrates attention to detail and accuracy.

Are you eligible to work in Ireland? As this is a Contract role, you will need a Visa: either Stamp 1G or Stamp 4

All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence

Kenny-Whelan Contact:

For further information please contact Carmel Synnott on 087 7422268 or send your updated CV to [email protected]