Management Accountant

MANAGEMENT Accountant RSM Ireland is one of the country's fastest growing advisory firms, specialising in the provision of consulting, audit and tax services to leading domestic and international mid-market clients. We are a key member of the RSM International network where we collaborate with over 64,000 colleagues across 820 offices in 120 countries. RSM International is recognised as the fastest-growing accountancy network worldwide and is currently ranked sixth globally. Purpose of the role RSM have a new opportunity for a dynamic finance professional to join our Core Functions team. The successful candidate will play a key role in the finance team in providing financial and commercial analysis and insights to the firm's leadership team. Ideally, applicants will have at least 2 years PQE experience, be commercially focused, understand the professional services environment and a have a strong interest in utilising technology to improve work processes. This role offers a genuine opportunity for a challenging, rewarding and progressive career in a growing firm with global reach. Responsibilities This role is pivotal in the finance team driving the production of monthly and annual management and financial information to support the commercial and strategic running of the firm. The successful candidate will have primary responsibility for : Lead the month end process to deliver the accurate production of the required management accounts and reports within strict deadlines. Report on variances to projections, provide detailed revenue and expense analysis and act as key point of contact for business units in relation to any related queries. Contribute to the financial reporting through supporting the preparation of various components required. Support the business partnering process we provide to our chargeable business units to embed strong financial well-being across the firm. Significantly contribute to the firm compliance agenda, including leading the statutory financial audit; the planning and coordination of the audit, preparing the statutory accounts and managing the audit with the external auditors with the support of the wider finance team and firm leadership. Working with the accounts team ensure the smooth running of the accounts payable function. Representing the finance team on cross-functional project teams as required; effectively delivering a range of business transformational projects across the Firm. Working with the wider finance team to deliver the overall finance strategy and annual action plan. Supporting the delivery of ad-hoc finance and business operations initiatives and projects. About the ideal candidate The ideal candidate will have the following skills and experience : Qualified Accountant with at least 2 years PQE; Experience within a professional services environment and with practice management systems an advantage; Team player with the ability to show initiative, deliver accountability and demonstrate passion for what they do; Strong experience with Microsoft Office products (particularly Microsoft Excel) and a keen interest in utilising technology to improve / streamline internal work processes; Commercially focused with accurate financial forecasting skills; Ability to collaborate with business unit leaders and other professionals across the firm; Strong communication, collaboration, influencing and interpersonal skills. RSM is an equal opportunity employer. To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login / Register.