Financial Accountant
Grant Thornton International Ltd
Job Description
Financial Accountant (12-month Temporary Contract)
An exceptional opportunity for a highly motivated and ambitious individual to join the internal Finance Team of Grant Thornton as a Financial Accountant. This is an exciting opportunity to grow and develop skills in a fast‑paced, rewarding environment. Initially a maternity cover, the right person may transition into a permanent position.
The Finance team provides support to Partners and management across our offices. The individual will be part of the reporting team that has successfully transformed the Grant Thornton finance function. The role suits someone with an interest in preparing monthly management accounts and reporting packs, strong analytical skills, and advanced Excel and other software expertise.
Responsibilities
- Preparation of monthly management accounts
- Preparation and posting of journals
- Preparation of monthly reporting pack and KPIs
- Providing key financial analysis, ad‑hoc reports and associated insights
- Reconciliation of balance‑sheet control accounts
- Participating in team collaboration and finance transformation activities
- Assist in the preparation of the VAT return for Irish entities
Qualifications
- Qualified accountant – ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CPA
- Advanced Excel and analytical skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work and collaborate within a team
- Positive energy and attitude, with a desire to drive change
- Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment managing multiple tasks/timelines
- Experience using accounting software/ERP system
- Excellent attention to detail
- Strong organisational skills
- Proactive and self‑motivated
About Us
Grant Thornton Ireland is a professional services firm with offices across Ireland, the Isle of Man, Gibraltar and Bermuda. It is part of a global network of 73,000 people.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Grant Thornton values equitable opportunities and works to create an inclusive workplace culture that encourages diverse perspectives and fair treatment.
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