Commercial Accountant (FMCG)

Barden are delighted to be working with a well-established and hugely successful Irish business who are looking for a commercially-minded Financial Accountant to join their finance team. This role will report to a high-calibre Finance Manager and the candidate will have a wide range of responsibilities including reporting responsibilities, liaising with key stakeholders across the business on commercial activities and ad-hoc improvement project work.

The company is known for their culture and long-term career progression opportunities and will be a great move for someone looking to progress their career for the long-term.

“This person will join our growing Finance team and take on a wide-range of responsibilities. This would be a great move for someone who is keen to gain hands-on, practical experience while getting involved in the commercial activities of the business. Individuals who can recognise opportunities, act on them and give recommendations that will make a positive impact is what we are looking for.” – Hiring Manager

ABOUT THE ROLE:

• Responsible for review and posting of month-end close and accounting transactions;
• Responsible for the accounting and reporting requirements under IFRS;
• The development of strong relationships with key stakeholders across the business;
• Preparation of key performance indicators;
• Liaise with internal and external auditors and supports the audit process by providing timely and accurate information and data;
• Evaluation of processes and recommends and implements process improvements;
• Ad-Hoc Project work as required.

ABOUT THE PERSON:

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CPA or CIMA);
• Post-qualification experience in industry an advantage;
• Strong Excel and analytical skills;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills – the ability to work effectively across multiple functions;
• An effective team player, who demonstrates excellent leadership and negotiation skills;
• An ambitious individual who wants to progress their career in a continuously growing business.

Please get in touch with Orla Crowley in Barden (orla.crowley@barden.ie) if you would like to discuss this role further.

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