EY Financial Accountant / Analyst - Business Partner 

Ireland 

860392405

General Information

Grade:Grade 2

Contract Type:FTC

Finance Manager TT and PMO Capital Projects

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

You will also liaise regularly with colleagues in other Finance sections including Central Finance and the Capital Programmes Office.

They will proactively contribute to the maintenance of a positive and open working environment within the central finance function. They will ensure that interactions with all stakeholders are carried out in a courteous, patient and professional manner. The individual shall complete their tasks, including those listed below, to the highest standards.

• The appointee will have responsibility for managing individual project budgets and funding in conjunction with the project management office (PMO).
• The appointee will also have responsibility for preparation of monthly financial reports,
• ensuring they are completed in a timely, accurate and efficient manner.
• You will be responsible for supporting project teams to deliver investments in new or

• improved services like apps, new ticketing schemes, and supporting the implementation of the planned ERP system. The appointee will oversee projects from planning, procurement and design phases, through to operational readiness and pilot.
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of the month end process up to and including
• production of monthly management accounts.
• Review month end costs with budget holders to ensure that costs remain within budget.
• Completion of monthly contractor analysis and liaison with business to identify and resolve
• reconciling items
• Develop and report high-quality financial management reports, financial analysis and key performance indicators.
• Re-forecast budgets where project scope or direction has changed.
• Support the preparation of the annual budget and other financial analysis and projections.
• Ensure robust internal controls are maintained within areas of responsibility.
• Build strong internal business partner relationships

• Work closely with Project and Procurement teams during the procurement process for new outsourced contracts to ensure clear definition of deliverables.
• Support the establishment of new operational processes and standardisation and streamlining of existing processes.
• Continuous improvement of financial reporting processes.
• Support the production and maintenance of high quality and up-to-date procedure documents.
• Support the development of a system of internal controls for new projects.
• Assist with any system development and implementation within areas of responsibility.
• Assist with the various audits and reviews that take place throughout the year.
• Maintain open communications with Finance management, keeping them informed of any relevant issues or queries.
• Act as mentor for colleagues by helping them and sharing knowledge.
• Coordination with various stakeholders including both finance and non-finance personnel.
• Other ad hoc duties as required.
• Preparing monthly variance analysis reports and business partnering with business units to understand and resolve variances.
• Business partnering and providing support to various operational teams.
• Monitoring and reporting KPIs to management.
• Provide analysis and support to the Finance Managers and Financial Controller on ad hoc projects.
• Assisting in the preparation, interrogation and consolidation of the annual budgeting and forecasting process.
• Assist with month end tasks as required including preparation of management accounts, reconciliations and reviews
• Assisting in the enhancement of work manuals and standardisation of processes.
• Assisting with the preparation of year-end accounts and liaising with the auditors.

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.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:

a) Hold a recognised accounting qualification;

b) Have a minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience in the preparation of management

accounts, reconciliations, business partnering and financial forecasting, with 2 of those years’ managing projects or people;

c) Have a proven ability to organise and manage a range of work activities while delivering

results successfully and in a timely manner;

d) Ability to communicate and interact effectively with stakeholders

e) Demonstrate strong attention to detail, including through the application process for this

position; and

f) Demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Key Competencies

• 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; and
• A ‘can-do’ approach with the ability to organise and prioritise workloads to meet deadlines.

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.