Financial Accountant, Kilkenny

The Opportunity

A vacancy has arisen for a Financial Accountant who has the energy, enthusiasm and drive to “make tomorrow happen” at Glanbia Business Services (GBS). This is a fixed term contract position and will report to the Financial Accounting Team Lead.

The successful candidate will enjoy working in a fast-paced, innovative environment where there is a key focus on continuous improvement, while delivering high quality, reliable services to other divisions within Glanbia.

Responsibilities

Intercompany Reconciliations across the group Fixed Asset Accounting on behalf of business units across the group Right of Use Asset Reconciliations across the group. Manage the day-to-day delivery of all tasks in line with the service level agreement Developing relationships with the specific business units whose tasks you are completing Collate and summarise operational and financial information from various sources within the Group for onward reporting and circulation to tight deadlines Assist in the development and maintenance of reporting processes Providing general accounting assistance in a dynamic shared services centre including reviewing and analysing detailed financial information Maintain a strong set of financial controls ensuring that their area of responsibility is compliant with the group policy Ad hoc work as required in the role

The Skills you will bring to the team

Qualified Accountant (ACA or ACCA) with retained membership of the relevant accounting body 0-2 years PQE with a large multinational or Top 10 practice background Proven track record in a similar role; related experience in an FMCG business environment is desirable but not essential. Extensive MS Office (Excel) experience and knowledge. Ability to work to and meet tight deadlines Excellent data analytical and strong numerical skills. Ability to work to and meet tight deadlines. Excellent communicator with experience in engaging with customers, colleagues, Senior Management and external service providers. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to manage relationships within finance and other functions. Experience with SAP is desirable but not essential

Where and how you will work 

The opportunity will be based in Dungarvan, Co Waterford across 2 days per week withhybrid working arrangements available which offer you a greater choice in how you work and live, giving you a better work-life balance.

What we would like to offer you

The opportunity to develop your career on a global stage, continuous learning through an on-demand learning platform, and a competitive compensation package including staff discounts, generous family leave policy, health & dental plan, competitive salary.