Job Title: Financial Reporting Analyst
Department: Finance
Location: Swords, Dublin (Main Street) (Free parking available)
Reports To: Financial Controller
Work Model: Hybrid – 3 days in office, 2 days remote
Contract Type: 20-month fixed-term contract with a view to permanency
Basic Purpose
We are hiring on behalf of a leading global company in the logistics and supply chain industry. The Financial Reporting Analyst will play a key role in delivering high-quality, cost-effective managerial reporting in line with accounting principles and corporate policies. This position supports strategic decision-making through accurate financial analysis and reporting.
Principal Accountabilities
- Timely and accurate processing of the monthly financial close
- Preparation of month-end accruals
- Maintain first-class financial reporting aligned with group policies
- Monitor and analyze results at terminal and product level vs. budget and prior year
- Support management in optimizing decisions through financial performance insights
- Coordinate balance sheet reviews
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal policies
- Facilitate internal and external audits
- Report monthly on internal controls to the region
- Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Manage multiple stakeholders, including Shared Service Centres and external auditors
- Assist with AP queries and systems (Concur & Coupa)
- Prepare Power BI reports
- Contribute to financial projects and ad hoc analysis
Skills & Qualifications
- Minimum 1 year of experience in Financial Reporting (Essential)
- Recognized Accountancy Qualification (e.g., Diploma, Accounting Technician)
- Strong business acumen and decision-making influence
- Excellent communication skills across all levels
- Advanced Excel skills (Essential)
- Commercial finance and auditing experience
- SAP knowledge (Advantage)
- Power BI experience preferred
- Team-oriented, proactive, and flexible
Compensation & Benefits
- Bonus: 5% annual performance bonus
- Healthcare: 40% company contribution
- Pension: Access after 6 months
- Annual Leave: 22 days