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Finance Associate

2026 Graduate Programme

Hybrid Working

Tirlán

Tirlán, is a world-class food and nutrition co-operative, with a diverse portfolio of quality ingredients, leading consumer and agri brands.

Tirlán owns leading brands such as Avonmore, Kilmeaden Cheese, Millac, Solmiko, Truly Grass Fed, Premier Milk, Wexford, and GAIN Animal Nutrition.

We nurture a talented team across Ireland, the US, MEA and China, delivering annual revenues of over €3 billion, and over 2,300 people to manage our network of 11 processing plants and 52 agri branches. Our purpose is to nourish the world, while safeguarding our environment for future generations.

Role Profile

Our Graduate Programme is designed to take you through a series of real-world learning experiences, helping you build confidence in your abilities, and flourish in your career.

We are looking for people who care about the world and each other, who want to build their career with likeminded and passionate people. So if you want a career where you can truly make a difference, then we'd like to hear from you

Tirlán is offering unique opportunities for graduates to join our Finance team as Finance Associates in our Abbey Quarter offices in Kilkenny. These roles will be hybrid.

This three year graduate programme provides graduates with the opportunity to work across teams within the Finance function, including Accounting & Reporting and Finance Business Partnering teams.

Responsibilities

• Assist the team in and conducting month end, and year end close processes
• Managing balance sheet account reconciliations
• Understand financial statement notes production
• Hands on SAP and BCS consolidation system experience and exposure through posting of journals
• Exposure to financial statement notes production
• Analysis of KPIs
• Assist the team in supporting the completion of the Financial planning process and supporting analysis
• Collaborate with finance teams to identify and resolve commercial finance challenges
• Work in partnership with the business to provide strategic insights, analysis, and guidance that drive profitability and sustainable growth
• Support finance teams in delivering business as usual, along with project work

Requirements

• High academic record to date in the following fields of study: Accounting and Finance, Business, International Business or Commerce and expected minimum of a 2.2 honours primary degree
• Ambition to progress successfully in a career in Accounting & Finance in an exciting, ever-changing and challenging environment
• Thinks commercially and delivers customer centric solutions
• Drives collaboration and builds partnerships to meet shared objectives
• Communicates clearly and can influence at all levels
• Demonstrates a thirst for knowledge with a desire to continually learn and grow
• Analytically minded with the ability to develop creative insights and execute change

If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up-to-date resume.

We offer

• 3 year structured graduate development programme
• Team rotations as part of the programme
• Year on year salary increment
• Hybrid working
• Free parking incl. EV charging – where applicable
• On-site gym free to use for employees
• Bike to work scheme
• Work/life balance and collaborative work culture
• Career progression opportunities

About us

Through our expertise in research and development, customer insights, food safety and state-of-the-art manufacturing we bring innovative food and nutrition solutions to a global market. Our new and vibrant headquarters in Kilkenny City operates as a collaboration hub where multi-functional teams come together in a hybrid work environment.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

We believe in the value of difference. We know that different perspectives, life experience and backgrounds can drive innovation and deliver growth.

We welcome people from all walks of life without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, or disability status.

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CREGG is delighted to be recruiting a Finance Officer to join a market leading solar equipment distribution company base in Shannon. As the Finance Officer you will be responsible for managing accounts receivable and payable, financial reporting, reconciliation, and supporting overall financial operations. This is a fulltime, permanent position offering proven candidates hybrid working once the probationary period is completed.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the accurate processing of all financial transactions within established and agreed time scales particularly for Accounts Payable (mainly) and to a lesser extent Accounts Receivable and Banking.
• Invoice processing, payment batch generation, payment processing, supplier reconciliations
• Reconcile statements and ledgers to resolve queries both internally/externally, ensuring key documentation is dealt with in a timely and professional manner.
• Maintain good relationships with vendors and respond to their queries promptly.
• Provide technical knowledge as required (e.g. VAT & RCT, etc.)
• Ensure that all accounts are reconciled appropriately and that all queries are resolved such that accounts accurately reflect the true position of the business.
• Ensure key procedures, payments and submissions are adhered to, including but not limited to expenses policy, RCT rules, Revenue reporting, Vendor Payment runs.
• Work with other members of the Finance team to ensure information is provided as required, to ensure other processes affected by the team are managed appropriately.
• Review and Maintain credit card transactions and reconciliation of vendor account balances.
• Review, validate and process a variety of accounting transactions.
• Maintain ledgers and process financial transactions within defined procedures, ensuring compliance with company policies, procedures, and Revenue requirements.
• Month End Processing of Journals and GL Reconciliations.
• Assist in preparation of Month End Reporting.
• Assist with yearend audit requirements
• To contribute to continuous improvement and take on any other duties as required.
• To be aware of GDPR and manage processes as required within own remit.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a similar position of at least 5 years.
• Knowledge and understanding of accounting systems.
• Appropriate accounting or finance qualifications.
• Thorough knowledge of Microsoft packages, especially within excel and word.
• Well organised and able to work under pressure.
• Have you the ability to think ahead and communicate those thoughts / ideas.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Able to prioritise own workload and deliver to agreed standards.
• Excellent IT / system skills.

Job Title:
Finance Analyst

Location:
Dublin

Reports to:
Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

The Company
Strata Financial is one of Ireland's top 20 leading accounting practices, offering a comprehensive range of services, including accounting, auditing, tax, management, compliance, and restructuring. We work with clients across diverse industries, such as music, hospitality, SMEs, property, and franchising. We focus on delivering a strategic partnership with our clients, connecting with them as part of a team.

As we continue our exciting growth journey, we're expanding our Dublin-based team and looking for passionate professionals to join us during this transformative phase. Our commitment to excellence has been recognisedStrata Financial was proud to be named Employer of the Year at the 2024 Irish Accounting Awards.

At Strata Financial, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive and dynamic workplace. If you're ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love for you to be part of our team

What We Offer You

• Competitive Salary and benefits package
• Flexible working hours
• Direct mentorship and training
• As we grow there will be lots of opportunity for career progression

Job Description
To provide value added financial management, reporting analysis and advice to the client engagement team.

Track and manage the costs of incomplete projects, ensuring accurate financial reporting and revenue recognition. Responsibilities include managing project costing, preparing monthly revenue entries, liaising with engagement managers and other departments, and maintaining accurate project accounting records.

This role requires strong financial analysis skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in accounting software packages.

Key Responsibilities
Assist in the following areas:

• Project accounting: Manage WIP schedules and ensure the accuracy of project costs, which includes tracking direct costs and billings.
• Planning and budgeting: Monthly Forecasting and Quarterly / Annual Planning
• Inventory and Receivables management: Including ensuring client agreement to bill, and establishing and implementing appropriate debt follow-up
• Expense management
• Understanding of contract and ensure contract compliance and advise client engagement team.
• Understanding of commercial drivers and key risks and advise client engagement team.
• Ensure compliance with Internal Controls requirement
• Working with members of the broader Finance team to generate improvements in processes, knowledge sharing and best practice
• Month End Close Activities including revenue recognition and raising journals, accruals etc.
• Ad hoc requests

Qualifications/Experience

• Degree in Business, Finance or equivalent qualification
• Pursuing accounting qualification would be an advantage - ACA, ACCA, CIMA
• Experience of Accounting Principles

Skills
WIP Finance Accounting Accountant Analyst

Finance Analyst Accounts Payable, Cash Management and Treasury
Ayvens Insurance
Location: Leopardstown, Dublin 18
Job Purpose
The Finance Analyst will work as part of the Finance Team of Ayvens Insurance to ensure an efficient service is delivered to all parties both internally and externally

*Responsibilities Will Include But Are Not Limited To: *

• Responsible for daily Accounts Payable activities processing incoming AP invoices on Cevinio (Accounts Payable tool) and SAP GL, initiating payments run
• Responsible for daily Banking and Cash Management activities preparation of the daily Cash management position and the timely reporting to the relevant parties
• Responsible for updating the General Ledger with investment transactions (Deposits & Bonds), invoices, receipts, incoming and outgoing banking transactions.
• Responsible for daily Treasury activities requesting rates on deposits placements, proposing deposit placements for approval, placing approved deposits with the Financial Institutions.
• Assist in preparing insightful reports to analyse investment performance.
• Updating the General Ledger with journals, investments transactions (Deposits & Bonds), invoices, receipt, etc.
• Responsible for completing monthly control reconciliations.
• Support month end closing activities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Take part in ad-hoc financial projects and process improvement activities as required.

Support of annual Group, Statutory or other audit activities as required

Support of Risk and Compliance related activities

Support on the preparation of presentations and analysis as required

Knowledge& Skills

Knowledge

• Strong academic history, minimum of a Bachelors degree in finance or similar qualification
• Strong customer service skills and willing to work in an international environment
• Pursuing accounting qualification is a plus

*Skills *

• Excellent analytical skills and problem-solving skills
• Excellent IT skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to work across departmental and organisational lines
• Ability to operate within strict reporting deadlines
• Strong time management and organisational skills with an ability to prioritise workload and multitask several initiatives at the same time
• Excellent Team player who fully participates in and supports departmental initiatives

*Skills: *
Finance Accounts Payable Cash Management Analyst

*Benefits: *
Medical Aid / Health Care Performance Bonus Pension Fund Paid Holidays Parking Gym

Uniphar – Who we are

With 3,000+ employees across Ireland, the UK, Europe, MENA, and the U.S., Uniphar partners with 200+ top pharmaco-medical manufacturers, delivering specialised, tech-enabled solutions through its three divisions: Medtech, Supply Chain & Retail, and Pharma.

This opportunity sits within Uniphar Medtech, a dedicated division focused on delivering innovative medical technologies and solutions.

Purpose of the Role

Reporting to the Finance Directors, the successful candidate will be responsible for managing the day-to-day activities of the Uniphar Medtech finance team. The primary purpose of the role is to preserve financial integrity in, and control over, the operational activities of the finance team.

Key duties and responsibilities:

Reporting and Control

• Ensure the preparation and consolidation of timely and accurate monthly management accounts and TBs submitted with Group timeframes
• Responsible for the final GL balances including detailed review of month end balance sheet reconciliations and P&L
• Provide detailed financial insight on business performance on a monthly basis to the Finance Director and to Uniphar Group
• Provide the required level of financial control to ensure no accounting surprises at any time
• Analyse KPI performance for each business to surface underlying trends, positive and negative
• Point of contact for all financial and control matters
• Working Capital management – driving efficiencies and reductions in WC investment.

Business Partnership

• Respond effectively to Group Finance, the C&C Finance Director & GM on financial queries, taking ownership to drive all actions to closure
• Build and sustain effective working relationships with senior stakeholders across the organisation and group.
• Co-ordinate delivery of AP and AR activities to facilitate GL timely close
• Actively engage with Group Finance in supporting delivery of the requirements of the annual statutory audit

People

• Provide leadership and direction to the finance team
• Monitor KPI performance of all finance team activities on a monthly basis
• Implementation of a change management culture by challenging and replacing established processes and procedures where necessary
• Provide opportunities for finance team members to raise their profile within the wider Uniphar finance community.
• Plan workload that ensures that all team members know what is expected of them and when
• Perform staff appraisals and annual reviews and ensure all have a personal development plan (PDP)
• Support staff in addressing their development needs and with their career planning.
• Supervise, direct, mentor and coach team members

Compliance

• Implement all business improvements from an internal audit perspective. Actively challenge the team to ensure best in class control framework.
• Ensure adherence to the Group Finance manual / processes
• Foster a control conscious environment throughout the full team on the importance of corporate governance
• Ownership of annual statutory process by ensuring finance team is well placed to meet audit requirements
• Ownership and review of all tax related compliance including Payroll taxes, VAT, Corporation tax, VIES and Intrastat.

Processes

• Drives continuous improvement in all financial processes

• Ensure that the impacts of all process changes/new systems for the finance team are understood and managed

• Actively challenge and build on all proposed changes to ensure optimal solution is reached
• Continually strive to simplify and standardise "as is" accounting and reporting processes to "best-in-class" and aligned to business objectives

General

• Assist in managing relationships with auditors.
• Involvement in ad hoc projects as required by the business including ERP and other system upgrades
• Carry out any further tasks for which your qualifications & experience are suited as directed by the company

Experience

• Qualified Accountant with a min of 5 years' PQE.
• Minimum of 3 years in a Finance Manager capacity
• Proven experience in people management of large teams
• Proven experience in providing exceptional management information
• Proven experience in engaging with and influencing senior management
• Proven ability in working to and consistently meeting tight deadlines
• Thorough knowledge of Irish and UK tax law

Competencies

• Strong technical accounting skills

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with demonstrated ability to spot trends and anomalies in financial data

• Strong organisation skills with an ability to meet competing demands and tight deadlines
• Ability to work as part of a team effectively and confidentially
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• Proven management skills with ability to manage resources
• Proactive individual that identifies, resolves, or escalates issues as required
• Flexible individual with an awareness of change and an ability to adapt with changing circumstances

Computer knowledge

• Knowledge of Navision/BPC14 or similar accounting ERP package, BPC an advantage.
• Knowledge of MS Office products, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint. Excellent excel skills essential.

Deloitte is the biggest professional services Firm in the world and making an impact is more than just what we do: it's why we're here. We're driven to create positive progress for our clients, community, people, and the planet. This sense of purpose inspires us to work to the highest standards, to tackle the challenges that matter.
Joining us means becoming part of a Consulting team that's at the top of its game and growing. Working with the best people and technology in the market, you'll tackle meaningful projects that transform the future for high-profile local and international clients. And you'll do it as part of a people-first culture that's supportive, collaborative and, above all, welcoming.
Deloitte Consulting has a career opportunity for a Finance Transformation – Finance Strategy, SSC & Operating Model Manager/Senior Manager. This challenging and fulfilling role offers significant skill development. As a key team member, you will define Finance Operating Models, conduct diagnostics, design future Finance organisations, and focus on shared services design & optimisation, implementing Centres of Excellence, and defining leading practice Finance processes. You will identify gaps in current finance processes and develop actionable recommendations to enhance finance operations, supported by strong executive sponsorship. Additionally, you will consult on the impact and benefits of implementing various technologies.

We value tech-savvy individuals with a curiosity about leveraging technology in a professional context, problem-solving skills, adaptability, strong communication, and the ability to remain logical in ambiguous situations.

About the role:

• Defining the Target Operating Model for Finance (i.e. identifying the future role of Finance, and understanding how it will deliver services to the business in terms of process, technology, people and organisation)
• Undertaking Finance diagnostic exercises to understand the 'health' of the Finance function and identifying what is required to solve the challenges it faces
• Designing, building, and implementing components of the future Finance organisations, particularly focussing on Finance organisation design, shared services design, implementing Centres of Excellence and defining leading practice Finance processes
• Performing detailed financial analysis to support business case development and benefits realisation
• Experience in shared service centre delivery across feasibility assessment, design, build and implementation
• Delivery of leading practise process design in an ERP implementation, working alongside Global Process Owners, business SME's and Technology to drive full end to end process standardisation and simplification
• Consulting on the potential impact and benefits of implementing specific technologies. Examples include SAP S4HANA, Oracle Fusion, and SAP Analytics Cloud
• Planning and managing a project to time and to budget in support of the overall project plan
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships. Supporting and leading bid and sales activities

About You:

• Qualified accountant with ACA, CIMA or other accounting qualification, and a strong academic record is desirable
• Strong and recent experience of finance transformation projects and programmes. Examples include Finance Operating Model Design, Finance process design (e.g. R2R, P2P, O2C), Shared Service Centres and Outsourcing and Business case development.
• Prior consulting experience in finance transformation or significant roles in large scale finance transformation projects in industry is essential
• Is a tech savvy individual with a general curiosity around technology and particularly how it can be leveraged in a professional context across organisations.
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to professional and client service excellence
• The ability to develop good working relationships is critical

If you believe that you meet most of the criteria above, we encourage you to apply. Deloitte is an equal opportunities employer and will ensure any reasonable accommodations are implemented as part of the recruitment and selection process.
What We Offer
Your reward at Deloitte is competitive, supports our purpose and enables our people to never stop growing. Your reward at Deloitte is not just your salary, we believe in investing in our people's personal and professional development and empowering their work-life balance. Our ambition is to achieve gender equality and enable continuous growth. We offer supports and benefits that suit you, wherever you are in life, including health and well-being, pension, savings, training, coaching and
enhanced leave options
among others.
Keep on being you. Bring your full, absolute self to work, every day. Explore, question and collaborate. Stretch your thinking, while building a career that inspires and energises you. And, whatever motivates you, keep growing both professionally and personally – because when you make an impact that matters, we do too.

Barden are very proud to be appointed as the sole recruitment and talent advisory partner of a highly successful global business to identify a Commercial Finance Director. Our client is a highly innovative organisation, well known for being a leader in its area of expertise. This is a fantastic opportunity to help shape the future of the company that is on an upward trajectory.

In this role, you will lead a team of finance and sales operations professionals supporting the sales leadership across the region. This is a wide and varying role where you will play a pivotal role in delivering strategic objectives through a data driven approach.

For more information on this role, please get in touch with Denis Galvin ) for a confidential discussion.

ABOUT THE ROLE

• Lead the budgeting and forecasting process for European Sales, delivering insights that drive data-backed decisions.
• Partner with Sales leadership to design strategies that fuel continuous growth.
• Collaborate with sales leaders to streamline tools, systems, and processes that enhance team productivity and effectiveness.
• Use performance metrics to uncover trends, diagnose challenges, and lead solution focused initiatives that improve outcomes.
• Build and apply financial models that support and influence high-impact investment decisions.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with senior stakeholders across the organisation to align strategic priorities and execute key business objectives.

ABOUT THE PERSON

• Skilled finance business partner, with demonstrable experience of collaborating with senior executives.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail, consistently delivering high-quality outcomes.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, engage senior stakeholders, and foster a positive team culture.
• A proactive, hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

At U.S. Bank, we're on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions, enabling the communities we support to grow and succeed in the right ways, all more confidently and more often—that's what we call the courage to thrive. We believe it takes all of us to bring our shared ambition to life, and each person is unique in their potential. A career with U.S. Bank gives you a wide, ever-growing range of opportunities to discover what makes you thrive. Try new things, learn new skills and discover what you excel at—all from Day One.

As a wholly owned subsidiary of U.S. Bank, Elavon is committed to building the platforms and ecosystems that help over 1.5 million customers around the world to achieve their financial goals—no matter what they need. From transaction processing to customer service, to driving innovation and launching new products, we're building a range of tailored payment solutions powered by the latest technology. As part of our team, you can explore what motivates and energizes your career goals: partnering with our customers, our communities, and each other.

Job Description
We are searching for a highly motivated and skilled senior finance professional with a strong financial reporting background. This will be a multifunctional role in a fast paced Corporate Accounting Team.

Key accountabilities:
Financial Reporting

• Preparation of statutory financial statements under IFRS for circa 16 legal entities throughout Europe
• Managing the full audit cycle for group and local entities
• Conducting technical accounting research, drafting position papers, and advising on complex transactions
• Drive continuous improvement of the financial reporting processes, systems and controls.
• Preparation of the annual Sustainability Report for Europe to achieve compliance with CSRD.
• Responds to inquiries regarding accounting policies, procedures, and issues from management, external auditors, and regulatory authorities.

Corporate Accounting

• Management of month end, quarter end and year end tasks for Treasury, Transfer Pricing and Intercompany
• Review Balance Sheet reconciliations
• Business Partnering with FP&A, Tax, Treasury, Regulatory, Legal etc

People Management

• Provide leadership, mentorship, and professional development to an established team of accountants
• Drive a culture of accountability and continuous improvement within the accounting team
• Enable a culture of career development and growth.

Skills & experience required:

• Qualified Accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) with 5 years' + post qualification industry experience, preferably in banking
• 3+ years of management experience
• Well-developed verbal and written communication skills
• Hedge Accounting experience would be beneficial
• Strong understanding of IFRS, US GAAP and other regulations
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Additional information:

• The role offers a hybrid / flexible schedule, which means there's an in-office expectation of 3 or more days per week and the flexibility to work outside the office location for the other days.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
If there's anything we can do to accommodate a disability during any portion of the application or hiring process, please refer to our disability accommodations for applicants.

Benefits
:

We offer an exciting, fast-paced and diverse working environment with employees of many different nationalities. We provide benefits to help you protect your health and financial security; and give you peace of mind. We also invest in your career growth with development resources that give you the opportunity to stretch and shine.

Posting may be closed earlier due to high volume of applicants.

We are seeking a highly motivated Finance professional to lead our finance operations in Ireland for a newly formed insurance intermediary. This role is crucial in delivering on our financial strategy, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting business growth. You will be home based, be able to work on your own with remote support from group resources and be willing to be a remote member of the group and UK finance functions also.

Whilst this is a fully remote role, the ability to travel to the company head office in Dublin when required is a necessity and the candidate must live in Ireland.

There will be no staff management responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day financial operations including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting as well as insurer reconciliations, payments and ad-hoc tasks.
• Lead month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Develop and maintain robust financial controls and procedures
• Manage relationships with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory bodies
• Ensure compliance with Irish financial regulations and international accounting standards (IFRS)
• Fully support the UK and Group business with specific tasks allocated by the Group Finance Manager.
• Be able to drive their own workload and manage priorities within the Irish operation.

Qualifications & Experience

• ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified/QBE- we would consider part qualified for the right person
• Financial services experience would be an advantage
• Strong knowledge of Irish tax laws, financial regulations, and IFRS
• Excellent Microsoft Excel skills

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: €45,000.00-€55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Flexitime
• Private medical insurance
• Work from home

Work Location: Remote