Accountancy

Senior Accountant

Posted 21 hours ago
Full Time
Cork, County Cork, Ireland
42074098

Desired Skills: Month End,Financial Accounting,Management Accounts,US GAAP

My client, a reputable and progressive multinational, is looking to recruit a Senior Accountant to join their Finance team in Cork. This is a permanent role offering a very competitive salary, full benefits, significant career progression and a hybrid working policy.

The Role:

Cultivates and sustains strong, collaborative relationships with key stakeholders to ensure alignment and support for financial and operational objectives.
Contributes to the development and continuous oversight of service standards and manages service-level agreements to drive accountability and performance.
Participates in the design, monitoring, and ongoing enhancement of key performance indicators (KPIs), promoting a culture of continuous improvement across financial operations.
Ensures the integrity of the general ledger and full compliance with the Worldwide Controller’s Manual, as well as all applicable laws and regulatory requirements.
Manages timely and accurate month-end close processes, including the review and posting of accounting transactions, analysis and reconciliation of P&L and balance sheet accounts, and resolution of discrepancies.
Ensures all financial records adhere to U.S. GAAP, maintaining robust internal controls and consistently upholding corporate policies and procedures.
Serves as a key liaison for internal and external audits, providing accurate data and clear communication to support quarterly, interim, and year-end audit activities.
Assesses existing processes, identifies opportunities for efficiency, and implements improvements to enhance financial operations and reporting.
Supports the design, implementation, and evaluation of internal controls over financial reporting in alignment with corporate governance and compliance standards.
Collaborates effectively with both finance and non-finance stakeholders, ensuring transparency and shared understanding across functions.
Accountable for financial reporting and compliance with both U.S. GAAP and local accounting standards.
Acts as an advocate for the Global Financial Services model, contributing to the ongoing evolution of finance architecture and operating philosophy.
Demonstrates strong interpersonal and leadership skills, effectively working across diverse teams and geographies while developing and mentoring team members.
Quickly establishes credibility with cross-functional and cross-cultural audiences; skilled at influencing stakeholders at various organizational levels.
Brings significant experience in global finance operations within a multi-location, multinational corporate environment.
Willing and able to travel as required; provides flexible support during U.S. business hours approximately 2–3 days per month.