Company Accountant - Galway

An exciting opportunity has come up to join a well established Motor business based in Galway.

This senior-level position is responsible for maintaining financial integrity, providing strategic financial insights, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards.

You will have responsibility for overseeing a team of finance professionals and work closely with various departments to achieve the company's financial objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Financial Strategy:
   
   • Develop and implement the financial strategy for the Motor Car aligning it with the overall company goals.
   • Provide financial guidance and recommendations to senior management for decision-making and growth opportunities.
2. Financial Reporting:
   
   • Prepare and present accurate and timely financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, and variance analysis.
   • Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulations.
3. Budgeting and Forecasting:
   
   • Lead the annual budgeting process and create financial forecasts to support operational planning and resource allocation.
   • Monitor performance against budgets and make necessary adjustments.
4. Cash Flow Management:
   
   • Manage the company's cash flow, optimizing liquidity and working capital.
   • Implement strategies to maximize returns on cash reserves.
5. Composite Accounts:
   
   • Oversee and manage the composite accounts, which involve accounting for financial transactions related to the Motor Car  Business.
   • Ensure accurate and timely recording of all financial transactions in the compost accounts, including revenue, inventory, expenses, and asset/liability changes.
   • Reconcile composite accounts with financial statements to ensure accuracy and consistency.
6. Financial Controls:
   
   • Maintain robust internal controls to safeguard company assets and prevent fraud.
   • Conduct regular financial audits to identify and rectify discrepancies or irregularities.
7. Tax Compliance:
   
   • Ensure compliance with all tax regulations and liaise with tax authorities to address any issues.
   • Optimize tax strategies to minimize the company's tax liabilities.
8. Team Leadership:
   
   • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of finance professionals, fostering a high-performance culture.
   • Provide guidance and support to staff, ensuring they meet their responsibilities effectively.
9. Stakeholder Communication:
   
   • Collaborate with external auditors, shareholders, and other stakeholders to address financial inquiries and reporting requirements.
   • Maintain effective communication with senior management and the board of directors.
10. Risk Management:

• Identify financial risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.
• Implement risk management practices to protect the financial interests of the company.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. 
• Qualified Accountant with at least 5 years PQE.
• Several years of financial management and leadership experience, preferably in the automotive and property sectors.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial regulations, and tax laws.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in financial software and (ERP) systems.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strategic thinking and the ability to provide financial guidance for organisational growth.

ProSource Group is a specialist Irish recruitment company whose primary focus is recruiting Finance professionals for the Financial roles in Ireland.