Financial Accountant/Finance Manager

Financial Accountant - Permanent Location: Longford (Hybrid - 3 days on site and 2 off site) The Financial Accountant is responsible for the preparation of the monthly Financial Statements of the site. This involves a good understanding of both accounting and finance to ensure the financial integrity of the Statutory accounts. Reports to: Finance Director General Management of month end close process to include preparation of journal entries, accruals, general Ledger. Senior Finance person for the site. Preparation of Monthly Reporting Pack, P&L, Balance Sheet Preparation of Fixed Assets, Capex and Amortisation schedules Preparation of Prepayment/Accruals Interco Debtors Reconciliation/Sign Off Bank Account Reconciliations Preparation of General Ledger reconciliations General Ledger spend Analysis Point of contact for external Financial and Tax auditors Preparation of VAT, Vies and Intrastat Returns Divisional analysis on Variable & Fixed costs Budget process support Group policies and procedures being adhered to Monthly Accounts preparation within Group timelines General Ledger reconciliations Our client is looking for someone who could manage the Finance Team on the site ( five) Working knowledge of monthly reconciliations and identifying opportunities for development within existing control procedures High awareness of current technical accounting and reporting requirements Computer literate with good Excel skills with solid understanding of accounting software principles Strong technical ability with financial analysis and reporting skills Intercompany accounting experience Ability to communicate well both verbally and written Excellent understanding of operational controls Problem solving skills Effective time management, planning and organisational skills Skills: cima aca acca cpa manufacturing