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Client: CRH
Location: Dublin, Ireland
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: Job Views: 4
Posted: 16.02.2025
Expiry Date: 02.04.2025
Job Description: About CRH We are CRH, and we are committed to contributing to a more resilient and sustainable built environment.
We understand the wider impact our businesses can make in supporting human activity.
We continue to do this through the delivery of unique, superior building materials and products for use in road and critical utility infrastructure, commercial building projects and outdoor living solutions.
CRH (NYSE: CRH, LSE: CRH) is the leading provider of building materials solutions that build, connect and improve our world.
Employing c.78,500 people at c.3,390 operating locations in 28 countries, CRH has market leadership positions in both North America and Europe.
As the essential partner for transportation and critical utility infrastructure projects, complex non-residential construction and outdoor living solutions, CRH's unique offering of materials, products and value-added services helps to deliver a more resilient and sustainable built environment.
The company is ranked among sector leaders by Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) rating agencies.
A Fortune 500 company, CRH's shares are listed on the NYSE and LSE.
Without you noticing our products, we are everywhere you live, work, and relax.
Our project portfolio includes some of the most sustainable and cutting-edge building projects around the world.
Think of the asphalt on the Silverstone Grand Prix Circuit, the Paris Metro Rail project, but also the Louis Vuitton Museum in Paris, parts of the Burj Khalifa, and the Kennedy Space Centre .
This is an excellent opportunity to lead a highly respected team within the Group Finance function at a particularly important time for CRH as the Group embeds its primary listing on the New York Stock Exchange ('NYSE').
The role of the Financial Reporting team is varied in nature with numerous internal and external stakeholders.
The team continuously strives to identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiencies and there is a continued focus on more project-type activities which vary from time to time, recent examples include new system implementations, automation projects, change in reporting currency project and projects relating to the implementation of new US SEC disclosure requirements.
As a result of the Group's transition to a primary NYSE listing and the related US GAAP reporting transition across 2023/2024, this provides significant opportunities within this role for both cross-Divisional international exposure as well as frequent collaboration with other Group functions.
The Financial Reporting team is responsible for supporting any newly acquired businesses with the Group's external reporting requirements; which through the delivery of training programmes and attendance at site visits provides an exceptional opportunity to become a key business partner.
Outside of the quarterly external reporting cycles, the team is responsible for a variety of areas including; being a key business partner to the Divisional Finance teams on relevant reporting issues, as well as the preparation and review of Board and Audit Committee deliverables, overseeing the continued development and optimisation of the financial consolidation and reporting systems across the Group and maintaining and developing the global external audit relationship.
High performing, world class Group Finance function responsible for the delivery of best-in-class financial reporting; Valued and respected by internal partners, the Board, and external investors; Overall responsibility for the preparation and management of the external SEC financial reporting cycles (Form 10-K and Quarterly Form 10-Qs), supporting CRH's U.S. listing and the external IFRS financial reporting cycles (Annual Report), supporting CRH's Irish & UK status; Drives the implementation and management of best practice financial reporting across the group (CRH was the Overall Winner of the 2022 Chartered Accountants Leinster Society Published Accounts Awards, in addition to winning the 'Euronext Dublin (Large Cap > €1bn)' Award category); and Acts as a key business partner for CRH's c.3,390 operating locations in 28 countries worldwide.
This position provides;
Unrivalled exposure to executive and senior management and companies throughout the Group Opportunities to build a network of relationships across various Group functions as well as the wider Group Unique opportunities to develop project management and decision-making skill Offers an environment for continuous learning and development We are seeking a dynamic leader with proven experience in team management and the ability to inspire and guide a high-performing team.
The role requires exceptional organisational skills to oversee and manage quarterly workloads and deliverables, ensuring all deadlines are consistently met with precision and efficiency.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to prioritize tasks, drive accountability, and foster collaboration to achieve team objectives.
The successful candidate will gain a comprehensive understanding of the processes underlying the production of financial information and the delivery of best-in-class external reporting for a global public company.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities Prepare and review of the Group's US GAAP and IFRS Consolidated Financial Statements in a multinational multi-currency environment to strict external reporting deadlines; Prepare and review of the Form 10-K/Form 10-Qs in compliance with United States SEC reporting requirements; and the Annual/Interim IFRS Reports in compliance with Irish/UK reporting requirements Continuously strive to identify opportunities for improvement and efficiencies in the external reporting processes; Prepare and review of Board and Audit Committee deliverables including annual and interim results, audit deliverables and regulatory developments; Engage with both internal and external stakeholders including year-round interaction with the Group auditors and other external specialists; Support newly acquired businesses with the Group's US external reporting requirements; Be involved in the development and implementation of financial reporting systems across the Group; Be Involved in a variety of ad-hoc projects including process improvement initiatives; and Manage the team to assist in the delivery of responsibilities and develop team members as required.
Key Functional Competencies
For this role you should be/have:
Strong knowledge of US SEC and IFRS reporting requirements advantageous; Confidence to address and withstand challenges as they arise, while maintaining positive relationships Demonstrated track record of relevant management skills Focus on adding value to CRH by meeting customers' needs and being flexible in doing so Flexibility and ability to multi-task within tight deadlines while maintaining exceptional attention to detail at all time Ability to engage multiple stakeholders with varying objectives and build strong relationships.
Experience / Education Strong financial accounting background essential, 5/7 years PQE – group consolidation experience is highly preferable and US SEC reporting experience would be advantageous; Accounting qualification with a good working knowledge of financial reporting processes; and Experience or an interest in financial reporting systems would be beneficial.
What CRH Offers You A culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
Highly competitive salary package
Comprehensive secondary benefits
Significant contribution to your pension plan
Health and wellness programs, including an on-site gym and fitness classes
Excellent opportunities to develop and progress with a global organization
Connect your future to CRH We are curious to learn more about you.
At CRH, we believe our mutual differences contribute to the healthy, productive, and enjoyable workspace we create.
Please introduce yourself and send us your application.
Is this role not for you, but do you know someone who would love to join the team?
Please let us know!
CRH is an equal opportunity employer.
We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
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