Senior Company Accountant, Galway

The Connacht Hospitality Group are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to take ownership of the finance function for our busiest business. This is a key role within the Group, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting while maintaining strong, effective controls in a fast-paced environment.

KEY DELIVERABLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Production of monthly management accounts and balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring delivery to strict deadlines

Act as a key financial partner to General Managers, supporting effective financial management and the achievement of Group targets

Contribute to overall business performance through value-added insights beyond the core accounting function

Lead the annual budgeting process in line with Group targets and strategic objectives

Prepare and maintain weekly cashflow forecasts to support operational planning

Oversee accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and timeliness

Manage creditor reconciliations and ensure the effective administration of the purchasing system

Monitor and strengthen internal controls across the businesses, identifying risks and implementing improvements where required

Prepare and deliver financial reports to support management decision-making and performance analysis

Attend and actively contribute to weekly finance team meetings

Analyse costs and identify opportunities for efficiencies and savings

Support the annual audit process, liaising with external auditors as required

Ensure full compliance with Revenue requirements and statutory obligations

Manage ad hoc financial queries and projects as they arise

CORE COMPETENCIES

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams

High level of attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

Strong organisational and time management skills, with a proven ability to meet tight deadlines

Strong Microsoft Office skills, with advanced Excel capability

Professional Requirements&Experience

Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Minimum of 3 years’ post-qualification experience within a busy commercial finance function or practice

Demonstrated experience operating in a high-volume, fast-paced environment

Previous experience within the hospitality sector is a strong advantage

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