Financial Accountant

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  • Job type

    Permanent
  • Location

    Dublin West/Kildare
  • Working Pattern

    Flexible Working,Full-time
  • Specialism

    Financial And Management Accounting
  • Industry

    Automotive
  • Pay

    €60,000 - €65,000

Financial Accountant

Your new company
A leading global brand operating within a regulated financial environment is seeking a Financial Accountant to join its Dublin-based finance team. The business is undergoing a major systems transformation and offers exposure to large-scale data, SAP S4HANA implementation, and group-level reporting. The finance function is collaborative, fast-paced, and non-hierarchical. Ideal for someone who enjoys variety, autonomy, and a good supportive relationship with their colleagues.

Your new role
  • Lead month-end close activities including journal entries, accruals, and prepayments
  • Prepare monthly and quarterly group consolidated financial statements
  • Maintain and document financial control processes, resolving exceptions and unreconciled items
  • Deliver financial analysis and insights to support internal decision-making
  • Translate complex financial data into clear, actionable outputs for stakeholders
  • Oversee accounts payable and expense approvals
  • Monitor and report on cash flow, ensuring liquidity and forecasting accuracy
  • Manage regulatory reporting requirements and ensure compliance
  • Perform intercompany reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
  • Support SAP S4HANA implementation including data migration, testing, and user training
  • Contribute to change management and system adoption across the finance function
What you'll need to succeed
  • ACCA or ACA qualified (finalists may be considered)
  • 0 to 1 year PQE in financial services, leasing, or large/medium corporate accounting
  • Experience preparing financial statements and group consolidation packs
  • Exposure to ERP implementations (SAP S4HANA preferred), including UAT and data migration
  • Strong understanding of IFRS and regulated reporting environments
  • Ability to interpret financial data and communicate insights to senior stakeholders
  • Familiarity with financial services products such as operational lease, hire-purchase, and complex loans
  • Experience with Agile project methodologies and cross-functional collaboration
  • High level of motivation, adaptability, and personal commitment
What you'll get in return
  • Salary between €60,000 and €65,000 (non-negotiable)
  • Bonus potential
  • VHI health insurance, pension scheme, eco car scheme
  • 37.5 hours a week (8 am to 4.30 pm)
  • Hybrid working for 2 days onsite and more during onboarding
  • Flexible start time between 8 am and 9.30 am
  • A collaborative team culture with exposure to transformation and regulated reporting
What you need to do now
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