Senior Accountant required for a fixed term contract based in West Cork.
The Senior Accountant / Accountant will work closely with the Finance Director, purchasing department, and senior management to ensure the efficient financial management of operations. The successful candidate will oversee VAT returns, management and financial accounts, compliance reporting, cashflow forecasting, and liaise with auditors. This is a hands-on role that will require close coordination with multiple external businesses.
Key Responsibilities:
* VAT Returns: Prepare and submit VAT returns for all companies under the company umbrella. Ensure compliance with relevant tax regulations.
* Management Accounts: Prepare and manage monthly management accounts for all companies, this includes liaising with departments, tracking financial performance, and presenting reports to senior management.
* Compliance Reporting: Ensure all financial compliance reporting is completed accurately and within deadlines. Monitor changes in regulations and adapt reporting as necessary.
* Invoice Processing: Process invoices for key companies and ensure accurate documentation and timely payments.
* Cashflow Forecasting: Prepare and monitor cashflow forecasts for the business. Ensure liquidity and manage financial forecasts to maintain healthy cashflow.
* Payment Approvals: Approve and oversee payment requests across the companies, ensuring alignment with financial controls and budget approvals.
* Auditor Liaison: Manage the relationship with external auditors. Coordinate the mid-year audit and ensure all necessary documentation and reports are prepared and submitted in a timely manner.
* Month-End Reporting: Coordinate and prepare month-end financial reports for senior management, ensuring all financial data is accurate and reflective of the business's performance.
* Weekly Reporting: Track and report on weekly sales, bank positions, and cash positions for specific companies. Provide insights and recommendations to senior leadership.
Required Qualifications & Skills:
* Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent).
* Proven experience in management accounting, VAT returns, and compliance reporting.
* Strong understanding of financial processes, cashflow forecasting, and month-end reporting.
* Experience with SAGE ERP is ideal, but not essential.
* Excellent communication and organizational skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
* Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills.
