Accountant

Our client, who are becoming a well known in the Solar Installation sector are currently seeking a financial accountant for their offices in Waterford. This is an opportunity to join a rapidly expanding company with excellent progression potential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assume a leadership role, providing guidance and supervision within the finance department.
• Offer strategic and practical recommendations to the Managing Director and senior executives.
• Contribute to the development of tactical and strategic plans related to business operations and finances.
• Oversee financial forecasting and budgeting processes, ensuring the creation of comprehensive annual operational budgets covering revenues, direct costs, overheads, and resource planning.
• Implement robust financial controls and reporting systems to enhance efficiency.
• Manage monthly management accounts and conduct variance analysis, along with monitoring operational key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Apply prudent revenue recognition policies and deliver regular revenue assurance reports, including sales pipeline, backlog, and purchase orders.
• Collaborate with the sales team during bid reviews and negotiations to optimize deal profitability.
• Provide legal support during contract negotiations, coordinating with external legal counsel.
• Effectively manage cash flow and forecast working capital requirements.
• Prepare statutory accounts and liaise with auditors for audits and corporate taxation matters.
• Proactively support the Managing Director and Senior Management Team by providing accurate and timely financial information, reviewing KPIs, and offering commercial insights for decision-making.
• Assist the business during periods of change and growth, overseeing corporate finance, debt, taxation, equity, and potential acquisitions.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements of all statutory bodies, such as PAYE, VAT, CSO, and CRO returns.
• Develop and implement corporate taxation strategies to minimize tax exposure in local and overseas jurisdictions

Key Skills:

• Enthusiastic and qualified Accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent)
• 5 years of practical experience
• Strong commercial awareness and excellent analytical, technical, and IT skills
• Extensive management experience with a proactive and hands-on approach
• Proficient time management, organization, and prioritization abilities
• Preferred experience in the services/software/technology industry, particularly the telecom sector
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
• Effective problem-solving skills with a pragmatic approach
• Proficiency in accounts preparation and business analysis
• Previous experience in implementing accounting systems is advantageous
• Attention to detail and multitasking capabilities
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
• Knowledge of Accounting & ERP packages implementation and finance systems development
• Previous experience in a high-growth or multinational company is a plus
• Advanced MS Excel knowledge and modeling skills are essential

To apply please send your CV to Dermot.doherty@sonastechnical.com or apply directly through Indeed

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