Accounting & Advisory Manager - Dublin or Birmingham
Dublin or Birmingham, D, IE
Country: Ireland
City: Dublin or Birmingham
Req ID: 504827
About CRH
We are CRH, committed to contributing to a more resilient and sustainable built environment. We deliver 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 a leading provider of building materials solutions, employing c.78,500 people at c.3,390 operating locations in 28 countries. We are ranked among sector leaders by Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) rating agencies.
Our project portfolio includes some of the most sustainable and cutting-edge building projects worldwide, such as the asphalt on the Silverstone Grand Prix Circuit, the Paris Metro Rail project, the Louis Vuitton Museum in Paris, parts of the Burj Khalifa, and the Kennedy Space Centre.
Position Overview
This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a critical team within the International Finance Function. The International Accounting Advisory Team (“IAAT”) is the International Division's first point of contact for IFRS and US GAAP technical accounting.
The team provides financial oversight, guidance, and support, partnering with local operating company finance to provide practical solutions to operational accounting complexities while maintaining the integrity of the Group’s internal and external reporting. The team also has responsibility for the oversight of the local group reporting and statutory audit processes, ensuring compliance with deadlines and providing technical support where required.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
In this role, you will contribute to the international division in four specific areas:
* Drafting responses to ad-hoc technical accounting queries from operational finance and controlling teams, international and group reporting teams, internal audit, and tax and treasury teams.
* Working on complex accounting elements of acquisition and divestments.
* Developing guidance and training for the international finance teams on both new and existing accounting policies.
* Assisting with oversight of the external audit process.
Individual Competencies
You are able to:
* Drive Results - You will be independent and self-motivating, pushing yourself and others to achieve objectives.
* Collaborate - You will work in partnership with the business to meet shared objectives.
Key Functional Competencies
For this role you should be/have:
* Good knowledge of IFRS; US GAAP desirable.
* Critical thinking skills; able to independently research and analyze information.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
* Able to understand commercial rationale for transactions and apply practical solutions.
* Able to develop and manage relationships with multiple stakeholders.
* Independent, motivated with strong project management skills.
* A solutions mindset and well-versed in dealing with ambiguity.
Experience / Education
You are/have:
* Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent) with minimum four years post qualification experience.
* Strong financial accounting background; good knowledge of IFRS is a requirement.
* Experience of accounting for large scale acquisition and divestment transactions is desirable.
* Experience of engaging with multiple stakeholders across territories.
* Experience of writing accounting technical memos.
What CRH Offers You
A culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion, a highly competitive salary package, comprehensive secondary benefits, significant contribution to your pension plan, health and wellness programs, and excellent opportunities to develop with a global organization.
Connect your future to CRH
We are curious to learn more about you. Please introduce yourself and send us your application.
CRH is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees.
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