Lead Management Accountant

Hollister Incorporated • Ballina, MY, IE

17 days ago

Job description

We Make Life More Rewarding and Dignified

Location: Ballina
Department:

Lead Management Accountant

Summary:

The Lead Management Accountant is responsible for delivering accurate, timely, and compliant financial information while supporting the effective operation of the finance function. The role plays a key part in month-end close, financial reporting, audit support, and continuous improvement, while also providing guidance and oversight to junior team members.

Responsibilities:

Financial Reporting & Close

Prepare and review month-end and year-end journal entries, reconciliations, and balances
Ensure timely and accurate completion of period-end close activities
Prepare or review statutory accounts and management reporting packs
Support compliance with accounting standards, group policies, and internal controls

Controls, Compliance & Audit

Maintain strong balance sheet control through robust reconciliations and issue resolution
Support internal and external audits, including preparation of schedules and responses
Identify and remediate control gaps or process weaknesses
Ensure adherence to SOX / internal control frameworks where applicable

Business & Stakeholder Support

Act as a finance contact for internal stakeholders, responding to queries and providing insight
Analyse financial data and explain variances to non-finance stakeholders
Support budgeting, forecasting, and ad-hoc financial analysis as required

Process Improvement

Identify opportunities to simplify, standardise, and automate accounting processes
Contribute to finance transformation or system implementation projects
Document processes and support continuous improvement initiatives

Team Support & Development

Review work completed by junior accountants / finance associates for accuracy and quality
Provide guidance, coaching, and technical support to team members
Support knowledge sharing and best practice within the finance team

Work Experience Requirements

Number of Overall Years Necessary: minimum of 8 years relevant experience in a finance or accounting role is desirable
A third-level qualification in business or a related discipline
Proven experience in a similar role, with a good understanding of the responsibilities listed above.

Education Requirements

Degree in Business or a related discipline

Specialized Skills/Technical Knowledge:

Completion of a Professional Accounting Qualification CIMA/ACCA/ACA
A strong knowledge of MS Excel is a prerequisite for this position
Experience of SAP would be a distinct advantage.

EOE Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Job Req ID: 36633

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