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Job Title:
EEU Accountant III
Location:
EEU - Ireland Home Office
Job Summary and Description:
Qualified Accountant with 5+ years of experience. Has increased level of responsibility, accountability and scope of the Accounting role. Take increased level of responsibility in Contracting, Financial Reporting and Corporate Filing, and demonstrate stronger presentation and leadership skills.
Delivers work with limited guidance and shows ability to train others on best practices; exercises judgment in selecting methods to obtaining best results; may coordinate activities of others; works on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors; communicates with other teams and is seen as trusted POC for the accounting team. Networks with key contacts outside their own area of expertise. SAP systems 'super-user' and proposes systematic solutions to everyday complexities. Approaches problems with suggested solutions to manager.
Responsibilities:
Accounting:
Maintain ledger integrity and ensure financial compliance
Handle accounts payable and accounts receivable tasks, ensuring timely processing and reconciliation.
Coordinate in month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
Coordinate audit activities by providing necessary documentation and information.
Collaborate with internal auditors and provide assistance as required.
Take ownership of card management tasks, including reconciliation and reporting.
Payroll:
Coordinate monthly payroll processing, including data entry and verification.
Coordinate new hire setups and employee departure processes related to payroll.
Act as a liaison with payroll providers to address queries and resolve issues promptly.
Financial Planning:
Coordinate rate calculation processes and ensure accuracy in financial forecasting and budgeting.
Coordinate treasury management tasks and cash flow management activities.
Operational Reporting:
Coordinate the preparation of quarterly and annual financial reports.
Facilitate EU project reporting and other operational reporting requirements.
Contracting:
Take responsibility for transfer price agreement negotiations and documentation.
Provide support for invoicing processes and contract risk review activities.
Assist in managing operational risks related to contracting.
Core Systems:
Support SAP rollout initiatives and provide assistance in SAP training sessions.
Collaborate in SAP development tasks to enhance financial reporting capabilities.
Provide support in Concur administration and expense management.
Corporate Filings:
Coordinate the preparation of corporate tax filings and annual accounts.
Provide support for R&D tax credit applications and ad hoc filing requirements.
Grant Management:
Assist in fund disbursement processes and financial monitoring activities.
Other Responsibilities:
Collaborate in people management initiatives as required.
Assist in providing financial insights to support strategy development.
Participate in group-wide development projects to enhance financial processes and reporting capabilities.
Maintain KPIs and establish a continuous improvement culture and Recommend and implement process improvements.
Management of Outsource Providers as necessary
Soft Skills:
Stakeholder Management: Strong ability to develop and manager relationships with key internal and external stakeholders across EEU and EI, including effective communication and collaboration.
Presentation Skills: Advanced proficiency in presenting financial data and insights to stakeholders.
Written Communication Skills: Advanced ability to communicate effectively through written documents, reports, and emails.
Ability to Demonstrate Leadership: Intermediate level capability to demonstrate leadership qualities and guide teams towards objectives, providing guidance and skill-sharing.
Time Management: Advanced ability to provide accurate deliverables to meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
Excellent attention to detail and strong ability to QA own work.
Demonstrate desire to learn and continuously improve processes and implementing best practices.
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
5+ years of experience in accounting or finance, with exposure to various accounting tasks.
Strong understanding of US GAAP and IFRS accounting principles and practices.
Strong proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, Concur) and MS Excel.
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively, while consistently providing accurate deliverables on-time with minimal to no supervision.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively across teams and departments within the region and beyond.
Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
Qualified: Certification such as ACA, ACCA or equivalent is required.
Additional Job Information:
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
