About the Company
Your new employer is a leading agricultural manufacturing company with a fantastic reputation in Ireland.
With over 70 years of operation, they are growing rapidly and expanding their services.
About the Role
The Management Accountant position is a full-time on-site role responsible for monthly management accounting for the Business.
The role includes activities such as finance business partnering, cash flow management, payroll, time and attendance systems, grant applications, sales support, and projects.
Key Responsibilities
* Month End Accounting: Support and collaborate with bookkeepers to improve finance processes and reporting accuracy.
* Prepare monthly retail management accounts and provide SLT with accurate and timely financial insights.
* Complete month-end and year-end close activities.
* Prepare all journals, accruals, and adjustments, ensuring proper recording and documentation.
Financial Planning and Analysis
* Work closely with Retail Business Leaders to support their finance needs and budget process.
* Prepare budgets, forecasts, and financial models to guide decision making.
* Analyse financial performance and variances, identifying trends and recommending improvements.
* Provide insights into cost structures and profitability.
* Track and report on key performance indicators.
Cost Control and Optimisation
* Monitor and control costs, ensuring efficiency across operations.
* Evaluate and manage financial risks, recommending cost-saving measures.
Internal Controls, Risk Management and Compliance
* Assist in the implementation of internal control systems.
* Ensure compliance with tax regulations, statutory requirements, and company policies.
* Support the Risk Management process in conjunction with the Accounting Manager and Finance Director.
Audit, Tax and Regulatory Filings
* Support tax filings as required, including VAT, corporation tax, company secretarial, and other statutory filings.
* Support external auditors and tax advisors as required.
Process Improvements / Projects
* Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve financial reporting accuracy and timeliness.
* Identify and support initiatives to drive revenue growth and implement cost savings.
* Identify improvements to accounting systems and processes.
* Support any grant applications/administration.
* Other projects as identified by the Accounting Manager, Finance Director, or SLT.
Payroll
* Preparation of weekly payroll (Micropay).
* Sales reporting and commission workings.
Key Requirements
* Qualified (or Part Qualified) Accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA, or other recognised accounting qualification completed or at an advanced stage in exams with commitment to complete exams to attain qualification).
* Skills: bank recs, month end accounts payable.
Benefits
* Paid Holidays.
* Parking.
* Pension.