Part Qualified Financial Accountant

Job title:

Part Qualified Financial Accountant

Company

Web Summit

Job description

About us:How did Web Summit become, in the words of Forbes, “the best tech conference on the planet”? Meaningful connections. Our tech events are unmissable because we make it easier for the right people to meet and connect. Everyone at Web Summit works towards this goal.And we’re just getting started.We’re always looking to build on the impact we have already made at Web Summit. In the coming years we’ll take Web Summit to new markets, promoting global connectivity, highlighting important issues and connecting global leaders – all while making a positive impact on the environment and communities we encounter.To build a better company, we have to better ourselves. We do that by finding the most ambitious people to work with us.About the Role:This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading global events software company who is going through a game-changing period of growth. Working within a well established, growing finance team, your role will be varied and will offer great opportunities for learning and professional development.As Financial Accountant, you will be a key player in improving the group’s financial effectiveness along with providing valuable insight across a wide range of commercial decisions. We are looking for a driven, high-energy individual who can operate in a fast paced environment.The ideal candidate will be expected to problem solve, recommend solutions and exercise good business judgement while performing their function. You will report directly to the Senior Financial Accountant and will play a key role in the ongoing development of the finance operations team.What you’ll do and achieve at Web Summit:

• Month End

You will play a lead role in the month end close process, driving improvements in the monthly management accounts reporting pack.Responsible for all revenue and cost recognition in line with company policy.Perform monthly balance sheet and profit & loss reconciliations explaining variances.

• Controls & Process improvement

Establish and develop internal control procedures.Work on process improvements ensuring appropriate controls are in place and processes are fully documented.Review of month end workings prepared by the accounting operations team.

• Financial and Tax Reporting

You will be responsible for the preparation and filing of various statutory returns across multiple jurisdictions such as VAT, CT and others.Planning and coordination of the statutory audits for our domestic and international entities.Liaising with our accountancy and tax service providers to ensure accuracy of our foreign entities accounts.Preparation of consolidated financial statements.Keep abreast of technical updates and new accounting requirements.Who you are:

• ACA/ACCA recently/part-qualified.
• Ideally, you have had exposure to multi-national companies with multiple entities and subsidiaries.
• You have statutory reporting and audit experience.
• You possess strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• You are a collaborative team player with a keen eye for operational excellence in a rapidly expanding organisation.
• You are able to work to deadlines, show attention to detail and are able to plan and prioritise your work effectively.
• You have strong communication skills, problem-solving capability and adaptability.
• You are passionate about being part of the journey to build a successful, world-class company.

Benefits and perks:– Hybrid-working model open to all employees.– Fully subsidised healthcare, dental, employee assistance programme (EAP) and more.– Pension contribution up to 6%(Irish based only)– A dedicated in-house L&D department, with access to workshops, online learning and resources to help you excel in your career development.– Company laptop, generous annual leave and flexible working arrangements.– Our very own Tramway Team, which drives community and morale-boosting events for employees to participate in.– Annual company get-togethers, charity days, and monthly wellbeing talks.– Wellness subsidy issued to all employees of €1000 per yearAt Web Summit, we embrace diversity and inclusion. We want talent from all walks of life to help us on our journey to digitise the conference sector. Hiring decisions are made purely on experience, skills and the needs of the business.

Expected salary

Location

Dublin

Job date

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 23:03:49 GMT

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