Financial Accountant (Wicklow)

Barden are delighted to assist a successful Irish organisation based in Wicklow to help identify a Financial Accountant to join the team on a 1-year FTC.

This person will be responsible for delivering accurate financial reporting and insights to support decision-making, while leveraging systems and data tools to improve reporting efficiency, automate processes, and drive continuous improvement.

ABOUTTHE ROLE

• Manage month-end financial activities, including reconciliations, journal entries, and management reporting, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines.
• Support the budgeting and forecasting process, providing clear analysis and commentary on financial performance and key variances.
• Prepare and deliver financial and operational reports that provide meaningful insights to support business decision-making.
• Partner with finance and operational stakeholders to understand performance, resolve issues, and identify opportunities for cost optimisation.
• Leverage data analytics and reporting tools, including Power BI and Power Query, to enhance reporting efficiency and generate actionable insights.
• Contribute to process improvement and transformation initiatives, developing relevant KPIs, strengthening controls, and supporting audit activities.

ABOUT THE PERSON

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• 2+ years' experience in a medium-to-large commercial environment with strong analytical and financial systems expertise.
• Proficient in Excel, Power BI, Agresso (or similar accounting software), with experience managing and analysing large datasets.
• Demonstrated ability to drive continuous improvement, collaborate effectively across teams, and deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines.