Finance&Reward Analyst (early Career), Cork

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytically strong individual to join our Reward team with a primary focus on

financial analysis, budgeting, and compensation data management . This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in

HR controlling, cost management, and some exposure to reward processes , supporting key compensation cycles and financial reporting activities across the organisation.

You should be curious and open to learning about compensation cycles, reward processes, and how HR and Finance work together in a business environment.

You will support the team in planning, analysing, and managing people‑related costs across the organisation. Working as part of a small and collaborative team, you will gain hands‑on experience in data analysis, reporting, and HR processes that help the business make informed decisions.

This role is a great opportunity to develop your analytical skills, attention to detail, and understanding of people analytics and reward. You will be supported in learning new tools and processes and encouraged to ask questions and take ownership of your tasks.

This role is full time hybrid in our Cork office but we are open to consider part time and flexible hours for the right candidate.

Your Responsibilities 1. Financial Analysis&Reporting (Primary Focus)

Support the preparation and maintenance of

personnel cost budgets , including salary, bonus, and benefit projections

Perform

detailed data analysis

on compensation‑related costs (base pay, incentives, etc.)

Assist in the production of

quarterly HR cost accruals

for Finance and senior stakeholders

Analyse

variances during the budget process

and provide insights into cost impact

Maintain and validate

headcount and cost tracking files , ensuring data accuracy and consistency

2. Budgeting&Forecasting Support

Assist in

annual budgeting and reforecasting cycles

for personnel expenses

Support Finance and HR in consolidating

global workforce cost assumptions

Update and manage

cost models , including scenario analysis (e.g., hiring plans, salary increases, bonus outcomes)

Contribute to

ad hoc financial queries

related to compensation topics

3. Accruals&Financial Controls

Prepare and maintain

quarterly accrual calculations

for bonuses, commissions, and other incentive plans

Support reconciliation of

accruals vs. actual payments

in collaboration with Finance and Payroll

Ensure

audit‑ready documentation

for all compensation‑related financial entries

Assist in strengthening

financial controls and governance

around reward processes

4. Compensation Data&Reward Processes (Supporting Role)

Support key reward cycles such as

salary reviews, bonus payments, and LTI grants

from a data and cost perspective

Validate and reconcile

compensation datasets

used for payroll and reporting

Support compensation data submission sets to data and benchmarking vendors

5. Systems, Automation&Data Quality

Work with Excel and HR systems to:

Maintain

large datasets and models

Improve

data integrity and reporting accuracy

Develop or enhance

automated reports and tracking tools

Support ongoing improvements in

HR controlling processes and reporting frameworks

Your skills and experience

Some prior exposure (early careers experience) in

finance, controlling, accounting, or data analysis

Strong numerical and analytical skills with attention to detail

Proficiency in

Excel

Comfortable working with

confidential and sensitive data

Structured, reliable, and proactive working style

Nice to have

Exposure to financial concepts such as accruals

Previous experience in HR, Finance, or data analysis

What We Offer

Opportunity to develop strong

analytical and financial controlling skills

Involvement in

key business cycles (budgeting, forecasting, bonus planning)

A collaborative and supportive environment with learning opportunities across

HR, Finance, and Analytics

Ability to work with data and draw insights

What are your perks

A multicultural and international company with over 60 different nationalities

Project‑based activities working with colleagues across the globe

A start‑up and innovation mindset while in the process of scaling‑up processes and efficiencies

A strong learning environment and regular career discussions

Company Performance Bonus

Health insurance for you and your family

Company pension contribution

Cycle to work and tax saver commuter tickets schemes

… and discover even more by talking with us!

Learn more about… We see diversity as a strength and promote a culture of inclusion among our employees. Our varied background, ideas and experiences are critical to our success. We strive to become a strong learning organization and are committed to provide our employees with equal opportunities regardless of differences such as gender, race, ethnicity, generations, belief.

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