About Our Client
Our client is a well-established company in the Retail sector, with a strong presence in the European market. With a sizeable workforce globally, they have a reputation for delivering high-quality products and services. Located in Dublin, they have a welcoming and inclusive environment, promoting growth and development for their employees.
Job Description
Key responsibilities:
- Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with US GAAP and IFRS.
- Ensure compliance with local tax laws, VAT, PAYE, and Corporation Tax requirements.
- Manage statutory audits, liaising with external auditors and regulatory authorities.
- Maintain general ledger integrity, reviewing journal entries, reconciliations, and financial adjustments.
- Implement and enforce internal controls and accounting policies to ensure compliance and efficiency.
- Lead the month-end and year-end close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Handle Intercompany transactions in compliance with Company policies and procedures
- Assist with treasury operations, including cash flow forecasting and liquidity planning
- Supervise the accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring timely payments and collections.
- Manage and mentor a team of accountants and finance professionals, ensuring high performance.
- Provide training and development opportunities to enhance team skills and knowledge.
- Build partnership with EMEA Commercial and Operational Leadership. Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Analysis
- Assist in budget preparation, financial planning, and cash flow forecasting.
- Provide variance analysis and insights to support business decision-making.
- Process Improvement & Systems Management
- Identify and implement efficiencies in accounting processes, leveraging automation and best practices.
- Oversee the use of accounting systems (Nav Business Central, SAP, etc.) and recommend improvements. Stakeholder Collaboration
- Work closely with senior management, finance teams, and operational departments to support financial goals.
- Provide financial insights and recommendations to drive strategic decision-making
The Successful Applicant
A successful Accounting Manager should have:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA) required.
- 5+ years of experience in accounting or finance, with at least 2 years in a team lead/ managerial role.
- Experience in a multinational or corporate environment preferred.
- Strong communication skills and be detail oriented with the ability to work independently as well as effectively in a team environment.
- USGAAP and SOX experience advantageous
- Able to apply consistent standards while adapting to frequent changes in Company requirements.
- Be flexible and able to work with frequent interruptions and changing priorities.
- Strong Microsoft Excel, and Word skills are required. Experience with Business Central or similar ERP is a plus.
- Fluency in English and another European language would be highly regarded (French, Italian or Spanish)
What's on Offer
- An attractive salary package ranging from €80,000- 95,000 depending on experience
- Bonus and benefits package that complements the salary.
- Opportunities for professional development.
- A supportive and inclusive company
If you are a skilled Financial Controller looking for a challenging role in the Retail industry in Dublin, we would love to hear from you.