R2R GL Accountant
Cpl in partnership with our client Pfizer are seeking applications for R2R GL Accountants to join the team in Dublin on a fixed term contract - hybrid working model.
Job Purpose:
The R2R department has corporate accounting responsibilities within the Controllers organisation from an operational perspective.
The R2R Accountant is responsible for reporting to Pfizer Corporate Headquarters on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis under US GAAP guidelines.
The corporate reporting involves:
* Trial Balance submissions associated with the entity/entities.
* All programs required to be run as part of month end (e.g. accruals, revaluation).
* Detailed analytical review of data.
* Answering queries/analytical requests from Pfizer's headquarters or from the local Market.
* Accounting issues and tasks that arise from the monthly reporting.
* Performance of Balance Sheet Reconciliations; review of reconciliations prepared by other parties.
* Compliance with internal controls.
* Preparation of audit deliverables for both internal and external audits.
The R2R Accountant will also identify inefficiencies with a view to developing and implementing more robust processes within the group.
Additional operational areas may involve:
* Acquisitions/Divestures.
* Distributions.
* Other ad hoc responsibilities as required.
Key Responsibilities:
* Responsible for monthly, quarterly and annual corporate reporting to US Headquarters.
* Proactively identify, rectify and follow-up on errors and causes of errors while managing the quality and development of financial accounts, systems, processes and databases within given parameters.
* Handle general ledger inquiries from other internal departments, Controllers and the Market.
* Work with Corporate Audit and KPMG for all audit related issues under US GAAP; provide audit information on a timely basis.
* Develop effective working relationships with key stakeholders in the Market and Controllers group.
* Perform/Review monthly reconciliations.
* Contribute to team effort and assist co-workers as needed.
* Identify opportunities for continuous process improvements and innovative solutions so the team can operate in an efficient and cost-effective manner.
* Participate in projects that require creativity and analytical skills.
Requirements:
* University Degree in Business, Finance, or Accounting.
* Member of a Professional Accountancy body.
* Minimum of three years of related accounting experience required.
* Ability to work independently.
* Ability to work under pressure and to handle several projects at once.
* Strong accounting, interpersonal, analytical thinking and organisational skills.
* SAP experience desirable.
* Ability to apply innovative solutions to continuous process improvement opportunities.
* Proficiency in PC skills (particularly Word and Excel).
* Experience in dealing with external auditors and involvement in the audit process.
* Experience in financial reporting in a similar shared service environment is also beneficial for this position.