Financial Reporting Accountant - 6-month contract

Posted 6 days 21 hours ago by Oliver James

Permanent
Full Time
Other
Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Job Description
Job Title: Financial Reporting Accountant

Job type: Daily rate 6 months initially (with the potential for extension or permanency)

Working model: Hybrid, 2 days per week in Dublin centre & 3 days per week working from home

The Role

We are looking for a hands-on Financial Accountant with experience within the insurance or reinsurance industry to join a growing team in Dublin.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the financial reporting function, taking ownership of day-to-day accounting activities and ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting across month-end, quarter-end and year-end processes.

This is a practical, delivery-focused role suited to someone who enjoys getting stuck into the detail, taking a proactive approach and working collaboratively with colleagues across the business. Strong communication skills are essential, alongside the ability to manage competing priorities and meet reporting deadlines.

Key Responsibilities
  • Balance Sheet Reconciliations: Prepare, review and maintain balance sheet reconciliations, investigating discrepancies and ensuring appropriate supporting documentation is maintained.
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Audit Support
  • Financial Controls
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Process Improvement
Skills & Experience
  • Previous experience working within the insurance or reinsurance industry.
  • Experience in a financial accounting or financial reporting role.
  • Strong understanding of month-end, quarter-end and year-end accounting processes.
  • Hands-on experience preparing balance sheet reconciliations and performing account reconciliations.
  • Experience supporting internal and external audits.
  • Strong attention to detail, with the ability to investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the confidence to liaise with stakeholders at different levels.
  • A proactive, practical and hands-on approach, with a willingness to roll up your sleeves and get involved in the detail.
Desirable
  • Experience or exposure to Solvency II (SII) reporting requirements.
  • Experience using Oracle financial systems.
  • Relevant professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or actively studying towards one.

Notice Period: Candidates with a notice period of up to one month will be considered.

No visa sponsorship is provided.