Group Financial Accountant

Join Keelings! You will be part of a passionate team of people and a growing business. Come on the journey with us where you will grow and develop and truly feel a sense of belonging. At Keelings, we don't just grow quality fresh produce, we also nurture people and their professional development. The Keelings family always employ the best people for the job, the key to our success is the quality of the people we employ.Purpose of the Role:This role is within the Group Finance function.The successful candidate will play a key role within the areas of Group reporting, assisting in the management of annual audit, internal governance reviews and ensuring compliance with Group Policy & procedures as well as a wide range of other responsibilities.This is an opportunity for an enthusiastic and ambitious qualified accountant to learn and get exposure to many financial aspects of a large fast-moving business. Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities:Duties will include some of the following tasks but may be subject to change: Assisting with management of the annual external auditAssisting with preparation of the monthly consolidationAssisting in conducting balance sheet reviews of all group operating companies once per quarterand summarising findings back to CFO as well as Audit, Risk & Finance CommitteeConducting detailed control reviews as directed by CFO / Group Financial ControllerResponsible for updating of Policies and procedures across the Group as directed by CFO and Group Financial ControllerResponsibility for identification of eligible grants and assisting operating Finance teams in the successful completion of claims and were necessary, co-ordinate the assistance of external specialists to assist in the processResponsible for completion of all reporting to Agri Food Regulator as well as Enterprise IrelandApproving weekly supplier and payroll paymentsApproving FX trades on daily basisAd hoc projects and assisting with systems implementations and upgrades Key Skills & Knowledge Essential: To have an open mindset and a willingness to grasp responsibility as offered and deliver on tasks assigned particularly when these are challenging and new Practice background with experience of audit and financial statements a necessityComfortable interacting with senior management and other functional areasGood communication & presentation skills Desirable:Previous experience of governance / internal audit would be a distinct advantageAbility to work on own initiative and as well as part of teamAbility to manage time and work to strict deadlinesAttention to detail and a desire to complete work to a high standard is a prerequisiteExcellent IT skills required, experience of RPA and/or VBA an advantage but not requiredExperience of SUN / Infor Accounting system an advantageAbility to speak French, Portuguese or Spanish an advantage but not required.FMCG experience preferred.Keelings ValuesPeople Matter - We support and treat each other in a clear, fair and respectful way. We all learn, develop and encourage everyone to contributeTeamwork - We inspire and help each other to deliver our ambitions together as One KeelingsIntegrity - We do the right thing and deliver on our commitmentsPassion for Achievement - We motivate ourselves and each other to achieve our ambitions with energy, knowledge and courage. We are always striving to be better.Recruitment Process1. CV Submission & email acknowledgment of receipt2. Phone Screening3. 1st Interview4. 2nd Interview5. Outcome & FeedbackInclusion & Diversity StatementIn Keelings we value all perspectives and knowledge that our colleagues bring to our business. We are committed to forming a diverse and inclusive team where all can share their unique experiences and perspectives. We welcome applications from all cultures and backgrounds and are dedicated to forming an environment of inclusiveness and diversity where all can thoroughly feel a sense of belonging. Reasonable Accommodation StatementIf you require reasonable accommodation in submitting your application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please contact recruitment_keelings@keelings.comKeelings Careers - https://www.keelings.com/careers-keelings/Keelings Strategy & Values - https://www.keelings.com/our-people