EY Financial Accountant - Transport & Technology FTC 

Ireland 

655274188

General Information

Contract Type:12 months (To be assessed)

The client has embarked on a business transformation programme which will be enabled with a new finance solution where five existing finance systems will be consolidated into one overall common standard design. The new solution will also support future growth and align to a new finance operating model.

1. Provide a unified finance system for the whole enterprise which is flexible to meet the

2. Enable adoption of finance process leading practices – standardised, efficient, leverage

automation and technology.

3. Finance move to a business partner role providing insight and challenging organisational

decision making;

4. Delivery of the project on time within the budget to the required benefits realisation and

enable NGT implementation within the agreed timelines.

5. Ensure robust controls and governance are incorporated in the project and new system while

ensuring efficiency of operations, i.e. ensure we have controls at the right level; and

6. Align to the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Strategy – cloud first

As part of the new finance operating model, the client has established a new centralised finance centre of expertise, with a requirement for a Financial Accountant to play a key role with a focus on treasury and working capital management as well as month-end reconciliations and management accounting. In this role, you will also coordinate TT's revenue receipts and manage the settlement of balances owed to scheme participants, ensuring back-office tasks are completed to a high standard and within set deadlines. This position offers an excellent opportunity to work with high-volume transactions in a GDPR-compliant environment, while contributing to the finance team's readiness for Next Generation Ticketing (NGT).

Reporting directly to the Finance Manager – Ticketing Operations, the Financial Accountant shall undertake tasks including but not limited to those listed below to the highest standards:

1. Treasury & Working Capital Management:

• efficiently and accurately.
• Manage payments to Scheme Participants (Transport Operators) by preparing andexecuting all banking transactions efficiently.
• Facilitate the direct debit collection of customer refunds, ensuring that all transactionsare processed promptly and accurately.
• Support daily working capital management, ensuring liquidity and efficient cash flowmanagement; and
• Lead and participate in projects aimed at improving treasury operations, leveragingtechnology to automate and streamline processes.

2. Month-End Reconciliations:

• Complete month-end reconciliations for multiple income channels, investigating andresolving any variances.
• Prepare and review balance sheet and intercompany reconciliations, ensuring alignmentwith business units and stakeholders.
• Contribute to the transition from manual reconciliation processes to a more systemisedsolution, driving efficiency and accuracy.
• Collaborate with Finance Managers and other teams to ensure reconciliation processesare standardised and aligned across the business; and
• Support the preparation of monthly management accounts and reporting packs, providingvariance analysis and insights to support decision-making.

3. Additional Responsibilities:

• are monitored;
• Maintain high-quality, up-to-date procedure documents for areas of responsibility;
• Assist in the annual budgeting and forecasting processes, providing financial analysis andreporting expertise;
• Support interim and year-end audit processes and liaise with auditors as needed; and
• Cultivate a positive working environment by ensuring professional and courteousinteractions with all stakeholders.

4. Other Responsibilities:

• Support system development and upgrades within the finance function.
• Assist with process improvements and the development of finance controls.
• Contribute to the development of internal finance portals and business partneringreporting;
• Support the implementation and enhancement of business analysis and reporting; and
• Carry out other ad-hoc duties as required.

The functions and responsibilities initially assigned to the position are based on the current organisational requirements and may be changed from time to time. The person appointed requires the flexibility to fulfil other roles and responsibilities at a similar level.

The person:

We require an individual with the below qualities and expertise;

• Good analytical ability, with a logical approach to problem solving and sound judgement;
• Capacity to proactively and constructively contribute to team tasks;
• Strong organisational and administrative skills;
• A keen eye for detail and desire to probe further into data;
• Deadline-orientated and an ability to stick to time constraints.
• Strong MS Office skills (proficiency with MS Excel and MS Powepoint);
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively with stakeholders; and
• A ‘can-do’ approach with the ability to organise and prioritise workloads to meet deadlines.

Requirements for the Role

• A recognised accounting qualification, with a minimum of 2 years post qualification experienceor significant work experience in an equivalent role;
• Strong attention to detail is essential.
• Experience on the preparation of management accounts, reconciliations and annual financialstatements;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• Ability to work on own initiative, as part of a team and as leader of a group; and
• Experience working with multiple financial applications and systems is desirable.

We offer a competitive remuneration package. Our comprehensive benefits package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs: covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions.

Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around.
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career.
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you.

All our employees are given a benefits package which they can tailor to suit their individual preferences. Our range of benefits include:

• Hybrid Working
• Pension/Discounted Health Insurance
• Web Doctor
• Purchase of Additional Annual Leave
• Free Gym Membership
• Travel Pass
• Maternity & Paternity Leave
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Referral Bonuses & Recognition Awards
• Tech MBA paid by EY

Career Progression

• When you join EY, you will be supported to ensure that you are enhancing your skills from day one.
• Continuous learning, where you can develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• As you grow and develop here, you’ll discover opportunities to help customise your career journey, so that it’s as unique as you are - success is defined by you, we will provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership, we will give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture, you will be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
• We have embraced Hybrid working at EY adding greater flexibility and autonomy to the roles of our employees.