Assistant Accountant- Pharma- D2

We are currently recruiting for a bright Assistant Accountant/ Part Qualified Accountant to join a leading pharmaceutical company based in Dublin 2.

Working within a collaborative finance team of five and reporting directly to the Financial Controller, this is a broad and hands-on role that offers the successful candidate strong exposure across key areas of financial operations. The position will play an integral part in supporting month-end close activities, revenue processing, reconciliations, intercompany activities etc, providing excellent experience for a part-qualified accountant looking to grow within a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Nice to know:

• Bonus up to 10%, 6% pension, VHI
• 22 days annual leave
• Hybrid working, 3 days office based
• Easy access to bus, rail & Luas
• Study support for accounting exams

Core Responsibilities & Exposures:

• Revenue processing from order input to invoicing in SAP
• Monthly revenue accruals posting and revenue reconciliation
• Accounts receivable reconciliation and monitoring of AR aging
• SAP postings for accruals, prepayments and asset transfers
• Balance sheet reconciliation support and P&L variance analysis
• Work with the team in the monthly and quarterly management accounts, which include coordination with internal and/or external stakeholders for financial reports
• Support in invoice processing and AP related activities
• VAT return preparation
• Cash flow and banking administration support
• Reconciliation of Intercompany balance sheet accounts
• Support in preparing forecast and budget inputs for the operating expenses
• Assist in external audit process
• Be flexible and provide support across Group Finance for all Ad-hoc tasks and project work when required.
• Identify any irregularities in the operations, systems or equipment and ensure that appropriate corrective measures are performed.

Person Specification & Qualifications:

• Part/Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA), IATI is advantageous,
• Minimum of 2-4 years' accounting experience
• Knowledge of double entry accounting and supporting month end close
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and be adaptable to change
• Inquisitive nature
• Ability to meet weekly and monthly deadlines
• Team player with excellent communication skills