Project Accountant Public Sector At Staffline Recruitment we are seeking to recruit an experienced Project Manager to take up a 12 month contract with our client, a prominent Public Sector body headquartered in Dublin.
Reporting to the Senior Finance Manager, the purpose of this role will be to assist in managing the financial control requirements of the Business Unit covering project budgetary control; project periodic reporting; financial planning and financial forecast management, project controls, contract management and funding cash flow management.
General responsibilities will include: Project contract financial management.
Provide periodic financial reports - including commentaries on periodic variances Analysis and preparation of periodic accruals Produce periodic variance analysis reports Ensure effective internal controls operate within the business unit Identify & document improvements to control processes & procedures.
Budget, Forecast & 5 Year Planning preparation.
Provide information in accordance with the agreed reporting calendar.
Periodic Reports on third party performance.
Assist with auditing processes and procedures Lead and provide all necessary support to staff to enable the execution of their role.
Communicate effectively with staff to ensure proper execution of tasks Applicants will meet the following requirements: Candidate must be a qualified accountant with 3 years Post Qualification Experience in Project Accounting and Infrastructure Project Accounting essential.
Excellent skills in Microsoft Office with particular proficiency in the Excel package.
Strong analytical skills Ability to work as part of a finance team and with technical project team members who are not from a financial background Forecasting experience A keen understanding of project expenditure, accruals, retentions and cash flow An understanding of contracts and contract variations and the procurement to invoice process A strong understanding of Irish Tax Law and impact of taxation on project budgets and forecasts Demonstrated ability in the preparation of high quality timely and consistent financial reports for internal and external use.
Demonstrated ability in problem solving and change management issues.
A knowledge of the SAP Financial, Controlling & Project Management modules.
Knowledge of public procurement To be considered for this position, please send an up to date version of your cv for immediate review to Laura Craughwell at Staffline Recruitment via the enclosed link.
A Salary in the region of €80,000 will be payable.
The closing date for applications will be Friday, February .
Skills: accountant public sector project accountant contract accountant hybrid Benefits: Work From Home