Group Management Accountant

at  Fortis Recruitment

Job Title: Senior Management Accountant
Role Purpose:
As a Senior Management Accountant, you will be a key member of the Finance team, responsible for producing high-quality financial information that drives strategic decision-making. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Reporting & Analysis:
• Lead the preparation of monthly management accounts, including key performance indicators (KPIs), variance analysis, and insightful commentary.
• Oversee the general ledger (GL) and ensure the accuracy of financial transactions.
• Prepare and analyze balance sheet reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies.
• Assist in the preparation of year-end financial statements.
• Financial Integration & Control:
• Lead the financial integration of newly acquired entities, ensuring a smooth transition into the existing reporting and governance framework.
• Implement and maintain robust financial controls across all entities.
• Liaise with management teams and the Group Finance function to ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
• Audit & Compliance:
• Manage the statutory audit process for assigned entities, liaising with external auditors to address queries and ensure a smooth audit completion.
• Oversee tax compliance across the organization, ensuring timely and accurate tax filings.
• Process Improvement:
• Continuously identify and implement opportunities to streamline financial processes and improve efficiency.
• Drive the adoption of best practices and leverage technology to enhance financial reporting capabilities.
• Project Support:
• Contribute to ad-hoc projects as needed, such as system implementations, process re-engineering, and special analyses.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with at least 3 years of post-qualification experience.
• Proven experience in preparing and analyzing financial statements for management reporting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Advanced Excel skills, including experience with data analysis and visualization tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex financial information to both finance and non-finance audiences.
• Experience with multiple finance systems is highly desirable.
• Experience in the insurance industry is a strong advantage.
• Strong leadership and influencing skills, with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Adaptable and comfortable with change, with the ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• A proactive and results-oriented approach with a passion for continuous improvement.

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: €70,000.00-€80,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

• Bonus pay

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Flexitime
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Walkinstown, Dublin, CO. Dublin
Reference ID: 380

• Financial Reporting & Analysis:
• Lead the preparation of monthly management accounts, including key performance indicators (KPIs), variance analysis, and insightful commentary.
• Oversee the general ledger (GL) and ensure the accuracy of financial transactions.
• Prepare and analyze balance sheet reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies.
• Assist in the preparation of year-end financial statements.
• Financial Integration & Control:
• Lead the financial integration of newly acquired entities, ensuring a smooth transition into the existing reporting and governance framework.
• Implement and maintain robust financial controls across all entities.
• Liaise with management teams and the Group Finance function to ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
• Audit & Compliance:
• Manage the statutory audit process for assigned entities, liaising with external auditors to address queries and ensure a smooth audit completion.
• Oversee tax compliance across the organization, ensuring timely and accurate tax filings.
• Process Improvement:
• Continuously identify and implement opportunities to streamline financial processes and improve efficiency.
• Drive the adoption of best practices and leverage technology to enhance financial reporting capabilities.
• Project Support:
• Contribute to ad-hoc projects as needed, such as system implementations, process re-engineering, and special analyses