Accounting & Advisory Manager - Dublin or Birmingham
Country: Ireland
City: Dublin or Birmingham
Req ID: 504827
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.
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. In addition, we are a valuable business partner to the Strategy and Development and Tax teams to determine the optimal structure for acquisition and divestments and supporting finance teams with the preparation of the opening and closing balance sheets and finance related integration activities.
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 the operational finance and controlling teams, international and group reporting teams, internal audit and tax and treasury teams.
* Working, alongside colleagues, 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 - CRH is a fast-paced organisation. You will be independent and self-motivating.
* Collaborate - You will work in partnership with the business, collaborating with others to meet shared objectives.
Key Functional Competencies
For this role you should be/have:
* Good knowledge of IFRS required; US GAAP desirable.
* Critical thinking skills; be able to independently research and analyse information.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to clearly present accounting information.
* Able to develop and manage relationships with multiple stakeholders.
* Independent, motivated and have strong project management skills.
Experience / Education
You are/have:
* Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent) with minimum four years post qualification experience.
* Strong financial accounting background is essential; 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.
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.
Excellent opportunities to develop and progress 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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