Accountant - Ireland - Collins McNicholas Recruitment

Description

Our client, a manufacturing company based in Cavan require an Accountant for a temporary 9 month contract.

Responsibilities include:

• The Accountant is responsible for consulting any SOP's for any job task he/she may carry out and ensure they fully understand and adhere to the SOP.
• Housekeeping is a critical function of all jobs and the Accountant is expected to ensure all housekeeping activities in their work area are observed and carried out appropriately.
• Ensure accounting practices are in compliance with company policy and regulatory policies.
• Assess information within the Finance Department and outside of finance and identify opportunities for Plant improvements.
• Proactive management of labour hours and headcount related activities for the site including FP&A activities related to Headcount and labour costs.
• Complete relevant Revenue/CSO returns.
• Ensure month end reporting is carried out efficiently and in line with agreed timetable.
• Management of inventory including but not limited to cycle count audits, tracking, reporting and controlling.
• Assist Controller in Plan/LBE preparation including but not limited to responsibility for population and submission of Balance sheet reports to corporate and data analysis of all areas v Prior year and Prior LBE.
• Ensure all monthly reconciliations and journals are prepared and approved.
• Develop a schedule for internal audits and oversee completion of same to ensure compliance with policies & procedures
• Provide financial support to other departments to assist in goal achievements.
• Carry out other assignments/projects as directed by the Controller.

Education and Experience:

• Professional qualification or part qualification in accountancy.
• 2 to 3 years' experience in a similar role.
• Excellent communication & interpersonal skills
• Good analytical and problem solving skills required.

For a confidential discussion and more information on the role, please contact Aideen Cummins.