Location: Dublin 2
Requisition ID: 1541850
Financial Accountant / Analyst - Business Partner General Information Location: Blended work model with office locations in Dublin 2
Grade: Grade 2
Business Area: SaT
Contract Type: FTC
Reporting to: Finance Manager TT and PMO Capital Projects
This finance team acts as a key support for Project Managers and project reporting. The team plays a central role in financial management, including supporting production of monthly reporting, quarterly capital reporting, and reforecasting. The team also assists in management accounts, financial and operational reporting, the preparation and consolidation of the annual budget process, and the annual financial statements.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES As part of the Government strategic objective to improve public transport in Ireland, the Transport Technology department is seeking a Financial Accountant to help develop and improve these services used by millions of people every week. Reporting to the Finance Manager – TT and PMO Projects, the individual will play a lead role in business partnering and financial analysis.
As a key member of the team, you will be responsible for supporting the Business Unit with ongoing project work, as well as preparing ad hoc reports for management and stakeholders.
Manage individual project budgets and funding in conjunction with the project management office (PMO).Prepare monthly financial reports, ensuring they are completed in a timely, accurate and efficient manner.Support project teams to deliver investments in new or improved services like apps, new ticketing schemes, and support the implementation of the planned ERP system.Ensure timely and accurate completion of the month-end process up to and including production of monthly management accounts.Review month-end costs with budget holders to ensure that costs remain within budget.Develop and report high-quality financial management reports, financial analysis, and key performance indicators.Re-forecast budgets where project scope or direction has changed.Support the preparation of the annual budget and other financial analysis and projections.Ensure robust internal controls are maintained within areas of responsibility.Build strong internal business partner relationships.Work closely with Project and Procurement teams during the procurement process for new outsourced contracts.Support the establishment of new operational processes and standardisation and streamlining of existing processes.Continuous improvement of financial reporting processes.Assist with any system development and implementation within areas of responsibility.Assist with various audits and reviews that take place throughout the year.Maintain open communications with Finance management, keeping them informed of any relevant issues or queries.Act as mentor for colleagues by helping them and sharing knowledge.Coordinate with various stakeholders including both finance and non-finance personnel.Other ad hoc duties as required.ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS: Character: Each candidate must be of good character.
Health: Each candidate shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service.
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA: Hold a recognised accounting qualification.Have a minimum of 5 years' relevant experience in the preparation of management accounts, reconciliations, business partnering, and financial forecasting, with 2 years managing projects or people.Have a proven ability to organise and manage a range of work activities while delivering results successfully and in a timely manner.Ability to communicate and interact effectively with stakeholders.Demonstrate strong attention to detail.Demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills.About EY As a global leader in Assurance, Tax, Transaction and Advisory Services, we're using the finance products, expertise, and systems we've developed to build a better working world.
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