Finance Manager | Maternity Leave Cover - FTC

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We are looking for a Finance Manager to work as part of the International Finance Team at our International HQ in Dublin. This role is a 12-month maternity cover fixed-term contract reporting to the International Senior Finance Manager. You will be responsible for overseeing the maintenance of the general ledger, reviewing journal entries and reconciliations in accordance with both US GAAP and local financial reporting standards. We offer flexible working to all our employees.

What you will do...

• Review general ledger journals across international markets during month-end close.

• Manage and develop one direct report.

• Manage complex marketing accruals, including variance analysis vs forecast.

• Ensure accurate and complete accounting records in collaboration with stakeholders.

• Perform and review multi-currency balance sheet reconciliations using FloQast.

• Execute month-end close processes in line with internal controls and US GAAP.

• Present month-end variance analysis to senior finance leaders.

• Manage local statutory audits across international entities.

• Oversee designated payroll processes and review other regional payrolls for accuracy.

• Support internal and external audits, owning assigned areas.

• Maintain process documentation and internal controls.

Who you are...

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance with a professional qualification (ACCA, ACA, or CIMA).

• Strong technical accounting knowledge (IFRS, US GAAP, SOX).

• Experience in auditing and people management.

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced international environment.

• Experience with Oracle GL (R11/R12) is desirable.

• Strong communication, teamwork, and decision-making skills.

Benefits

Ancestry offers flexible working, pension, health and dental options, a monthly wellness bonus, a free Ancestry subscription, 25 days paid annual leave (pro-rata), and Christmas period time off.

Additional Information:

Ancestry is an Equal Opportunity Employer that makes employment decisions without regard to race, colour, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, citizenship, marital status, civil status, family status, membership of the Traveller community, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. In addition, Ancestry will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation or adjustment to support you during the interview process, please notify the recruiter.
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