The Role

Senior Financial Accountant

Naas, Co. Kildare | Hybrid Working | 

2 Days Office-Based | 3 Days Working from Home

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded and ambitious accountant to take ownership of key financial reporting activities while working closely with the Group CFO and senior management team.

The successful candidate will play an integral role in financial reporting, budgeting, cashflow management and ongoing process improvements, with the opportunity to contribute to wider business initiatives and strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the preparation and delivery of monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Lead the annual budgeting process, working closely with senior management.
• Prepare and monitor monthly cashflow forecasts, providing insights to support business planning.
• Manage year-end financial accounts preparation and coordinate the external audit process.
• Provide financial input and support for commercial tenders and business opportunities.
• Review and enhance accounting processes and controls, identifying opportunities for greater efficiency through the NetSuite ERP system.
• Oversee group tax compliance and ensure timely submission of relevant returns.
• Support the development and implementation of AI-driven initiatives and improvements within the finance function.
• Partner with the Group CFO and senior leadership team on financial analysis, reporting and ad hoc projects.
• Ensure adherence to relevant internal policies, procedures and compliance requirements, including the company's SHEQ management framework.

The Person

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CPA or equivalent).
• Minimum of 3 years' post-qualification experience, ideally within a commercial or industry environment.
• Previous industry experience is essential.
• Strong financial reporting, management accounting and budgeting experience.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong systems proficiency.
• Experience using NetSuite would be advantageous but is not essential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with senior stakeholders.
• Highly organised, detail-oriented and comfortable taking ownership of responsibilities.
• Proactive and commercially aware, with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Ability to thrive in a busy, evolving business environment.
• Flexibility to travel occasionally as required.