Accounting Manager

Desired Skills: ACA/ ACCA/ CIMA,Qualified Accountant,SAP,SOX,US GAAP,Statutory Audit,IFRS

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a highly motivated Accounting Manager with solid experience in applying accepted accounting principles and procedures to 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. This position supports the Director, EUCAN Controller in undertaking both regular and ad hoc financial reporting activities and will have significant interaction with finance management and global accounting teams.

Specifically, we are seeking an individual with the traits listed below:

• Motivated self-starter who is detailed, results and process oriented.
• Organized individual with the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining high performance standards.
• Superior problem solving and analytical skills and ability to work in a highly visible, deadline-oriented position and environment.
• Strong communication and people skills with the ability to develop team members. Comfortable working with a cross functional and collaborative team and effectively able to deal with all levels of personnel.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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 yearend 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, we aim to work collaboratively sharing ideas and supporting each other as necessary.
• 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.

EXPERIENCE

• 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.
• Proven ability to develop effective working relationships.
• Results orientated, flexible, resourceful, & self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple deliverables.

EDUCATION

• Fully Qualified Accountant (ACA or ACCA preferred)

ORGANISATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Heavy interaction with Finance Department management and staff, cost centre managers and external auditors.  Regular contact with Finance staff in Dublin, Cork, EMEA, Canada and the US.

Please click the link below to apply or alternatively send an up-to-date CV to howie.leahy@peglobal.net

***Please note our client cannot assist with any visa sponsorship and candidates must have the correct visa to live and work in Ireland***