Finance and Accounting Analyst (12M FTC)

Accenture Finance & Accounting Analyst (Part Qualified Accountant) – 12-month contract

Background

Accenture Central Holding Controllership (CHC) entities are set up to incorporate, to finance, to participate in, to manage and to supervise enterprises and companies. This role will join the existing CHC team in Dublin providing additional support to the CHC entities.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of monthly analytical review on P&L and Balance Sheet including variance explanation.
• Month end preparation and review of various types of journals to ensure US GAAP compliant and working with treasury/inter-company to clear reconciling items at month and year end
• Preparation of dividend accounting
• Perform monthly internal controls in compliance with Sarbox/Ireland Compliance controls
• Quarter End reporting to Global – balance sheet deliverables
• Account reconciliations and analysis for both US and IFRS compliant accounts
• Preparation of supporting schedules and working papers for Statutory Audit
• Provide accounting support to the Manager including responses to ad hoc requests
• Meet key reporting deadlines on a monthly and quarterly basis
• Develop in-depth knowledge of Accenture's business
• Develop knowledge and understanding of performance metrics and strive to meet and exceed them
• Other ad hoc duties as required

Skills

• Knowledge of Accounting Principles
• Analytical and computer skills preferably MS Office
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Positive attitude and flexibility
• Sense of responsibility, initiative and high-quality work standards
• Strong team working skills
• Prior experience of SAP an advantage
• Fluency in English is required

Qualifications/Experience

• Degree in Business, Finance or equivalent qualification would be preferable
• Min. 2+ years experience in an accounting environment, preferably in a practice environment
• Undertaking professional examinations, e.g. CIMA, ACCA.

About Accenture

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