Group Financial Accountant

Location: Carlow and Hybrid (flexible days on-site)
Salary: €70K - €80K

Are you a meticulous and detail-oriented financial professional looking for an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact? Our client is currently seeking a skilled Group Financial Accountant with a keen interest in mergers and acquisitions (M&A). If you possess a strong foundation in accounting principles, coupled with a desire to expand your knowledge and expertise in M&A transactions, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and review financial statements, ensuring accuracy and adherence to applicable accounting standards and regulations.
• Conduct financial analysis and provide insights to support decision-making processes related to M&A transactions.
• Assist in the due diligence process, including financial modelling, valuation, and risk assessment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including legal, tax, and operational departments, to facilitate smooth integration of acquired entities.
• Monitor and report on post-acquisition financial performance, identifying areas for improvement and implementing appropriate strategies.
• Stay updated on relevant accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.

Qualifications:

• Fully qualified financial accountant – ACA, ACCA, CIMA
• 5-10 years of experience in financial accounting, preferably in a corporate setting.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and consolidation.
• Demonstrated experience or exposure to M&A transactions, including due diligence, financial modelling, and valuation.
• Proficiency in financial analysis tools and software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and levels of seniority.
• Proactive mindset, with the ability to adapt to a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Join our client’s dynamic team and be part of an organization that values continuous learning and professional growth. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, along with ample opportunities for career advancement.

To apply, please submit your resume to conor.hackett@e-frontiers.com