Senior Assistant Financial Controller

Location: Dublin, Ireland 
Contract duration: 9-month contract with a possibility of extension 
Our client: A global technology company specializing in database software, cloud solutions, and enterprise systems. It provides advanced technologies used by organizations worldwide to optimize business processes and data analysis. Client is an ACCA approved employer. 

About the project: 

Client as a global market leader, with annual revenues more than $50bn, operating in 175 countries globally, that delivers world-class products and services. Client is an employer of choice in the technology industry. The company fosters a culture of innovation, excellence, and respect throughout its diverse workforce of more than 130,000 employees. Client not only provides you with the rewarding career development you're seeking, but also with excellent benefits and flexibility that help you get the most out of your career and your personal goals.  
 
The Senior Assistant Financial Controller is a challenging role with both complete ownership of financial reporting and a valued contribution to strategic finance initiatives and projects. As a member of the GCO, you can enhance your expertise, develop your knowledge, and take your career as far as you desire. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Controllership of US GAAP obligations including leading, reviewing & coordinating the month end close, balance sheet reconciliations & reporting requirements;  
• Controllership of Statutory audit obligations including the preparation of financial statements of Client subsidiaries, driving the audit & ensuring compliance with local requirements;  
• Continually improve operational excellence by partnering with Client Global Finance Organisation;  
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal global stakeholders including Tax, Treasury and Legal to mitigate risk to the enterprise;  
• Due diligence and execution of acquisition accounting and on-going compliance for Mergers & Acquisitions;  
• Contribute to the global execution of key Global strategic initiatives & projects. 

Qualifications 

• Accounting Qualification with minimum 2+ years post qualified relevant experience;  
• Large PLC/Multinational/Big-4 audit experience and US GAAP reporting;  
• Exposure to Client Financials and/or other ERP solutions is an advantage;  
• A proactive self-starter with a desire to learn, innovative inquisitive mindset & ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously;  
• Excels in a Global high performing, collaborative, diverse & agile environment.  
• Fluent in French is an advantage.