PIMCO is a global leader in active fixed income with deep expertise across public and private markets. We invest our clients’ capital across a range of fixed income and credit opportunities, leveraging our decades of experience navigating complex debt markets. Our flexible capital base and deep relationships with issuers have helped us become one of the world’s largest providers of traditional and nontraditional solutions for companies that need financing and investors who seek strong risk-adjusted returns.Since 1971, our people have shaped our organization through a high-performance inclusive culture, in which we celebrate diverse thinking. We invest in our people and strive to imprint our CORE values of Collaboration, Openness, Responsibility and Excellence. We believe each of us is here to help others succeed and this has led to PIMCO being recognized as an innovator, industry thought leader and trusted advisor to our clients.Overview The PIMCO Funds Business Management Group is responsible for operating public and private fund complexes globally with over $700 billion in AUM. The European Funds team is primarily responsible for oversight of PIMCO’s European mutual funds consisting of more than 90 funds with over $180 billion in AUM distributed in over 26 countries. The PIMCO Fund Reporting team are responsible for the oversight of the preparation, delivery and filing of the annual and semi-annual reports of PIMCO’s European domiciled Funds, along with the management of the annual audits.The Fund Financial Reporting Senior Associate will be expected to work in tandem with members of the Fund Business Group servicing PIMCO’s European funds in the Dublin office, plus global offices in the US and Asia.We are looking for an inquisitive, sharp, tireless, passionate, person that will learn quickly, play a key role in achieving operational excellence and grow with the business. This role will coordinate extensively with business owners within the group and across the firm. The appropriate candidate will be able to exhibit project management skills through a proven track record of meeting deadlines and coordinating across functional areas.Key responsibilities:Review of financial statements and ensure the integrity and timeliness of all financial information being reportedOversight of financial reporting preparation at the administrators of the FundsManagement and oversight of the auditors of the FundsConducting accounting research (e.g. new accounting guidance)Coordination and communication with appropriate internal departmentsDevelop and present reports to senior management, boards and committeesOversight and implementation support of statutory regulatory reporting returnsManage various projects related to process improvements, procedures and systems developmentAd hoc projects Position Requirements: Education – chartered accountant, university degree or equivalent in accountingThe candidate will ideally have experience in an accounting/financial reporting role, preferably with a demonstrated track record of success in a well-regarded accounting firm and/or financial services company (ideal would be a minimum of 5 years in the industry)Solid understanding of Irish GAAP, IFRS and/or US GAAP, and a strong foundation of financial reporting in a regulatory environmentSolid understanding of UCITS, AIFMD and Irish Company law requirements as they impact financial reportingExperience in or working with investment companiesAbility to research technical accounting issues and document conclusionsStrong project management skillsStrong time management and prioritizing skillsAbility to multi-task and deliver under tight deadlinesStrong computer skills and good working knowledge of Microsoft OfficeAttention to detail and constant focus on quality and client serviceExcellent communication, organisational and analytical skillsStrong team playerEqual Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action StatementPIMCO recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, national origin, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), age, military or veteran status, disability (physical or mental), any factor prohibited by law, and as such affirms in policy and practice to support and promote the concept of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action, in accordance with all applicable federal, state, provincial and municipal laws. The company also prohibits discrimination on other basis such as medical condition, or marital status under applicable laws.Applicants with DisabilitiesPIMCO is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including veterans, in job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system due to a disability and you would like to request an accommodation, you may contact us at 949-720-7744 and leave a message. This is a dedicated line designed exclusively to assist job seekers with disabilities to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered. A response to your request may take up to two business days.