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Director - Group Finance

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Lead group accounting and reporting for a public company: prepare consolidated financial statements under US GAAP and IFRS, quarterly stock-exchange reporting, monthly group management packs, SOX control leadership, advise on technical accounting and new standards, support audits and acquisition integrations, improve reporting processes, and coach junior accounting staff.
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Director, Group Finance - Dublin - Hybrid

ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster.


As a values-driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients and suppliers.


Director, Group Accounting & Reporting

Location: Dublin, Ireland (Hybrid)

The Role:

The Director of Group Accounting & Reporting will work within the ICON Group accounting team to support internal and external reporting under US GAAP & IFRS and to provide technical accounting leadership to the wider group finance teams and senior leadership teams. 

ICON plc is a NASDAQ listed, Irish headquartered group.  This is a great opportunity to join and play a key role in ICON’s global finance team.  We have in excess of 1,000 team members in our global finance team.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Preparation of group annual reports under US GAAP & IFRS.

  • Preparation and reporting of quarterly financial reporting to the stock exchange under US GAAP.

  • Preparation of monthly consolidated group management information for internal purposes.

  • Provide accounting and regulatory guidance (both US GAAP & IFRS) to internal customers and stakeholders on key accounting issues impacting the business. 

  • Perform a key role in assessing the impact of any new accounting standards/regulatory changes and related implementation.

  • Proficient in operating in and leading a strong SOX control environment, and providing guidance and direction to the wider group finance team for continuous improvement.

  • Collaborate with internal customers and stakeholders to develop & continually improve processes & systems for both external and internal financial reporting.

  • Work with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement group strategy and projects (legal, tax, treasury, IT, finance).

  • Support the integration of acquisition targets into the group finance structure. 

  • Support the preparation of statutory financial statements and the related audit process.

  • Coach and mentor junior members of the group accounting team.

To be successful in the role, you will ideally have:

  • Experienced high-performing ACA, ACCA with minimum 8 years’ PQE.

  • Strong financial accounting background and fully conversant with US GAAP & IFRS.

  • Excellent communication and organizational skills.

  • Flexibility and ability to manage multiple deliverables.

  • Proven ability to develop cross-functional relationships.

  • An ability to identify areas for improvement and best in class practice.

  • A confident, decisive person with strong interpersonal skills.

  • Experience working with a Multi National company in a Group function

  • Experience with ERP’s – Oracle would be an advantage


Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.


Rewards & Benefits

ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.


Benefits may include:

  • Competitive base salary and performance related incentives
  • Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable
  • Retirement and pension plans
  • Life assurance and disability coverage
  • Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources
  • Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways

Benefits may vary depending on role and location.


Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.


Inclusion and Accessibility

ICON is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.


If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know or submit a request here.

Are you a current ICON Employee? Please click here to apply

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