Group Accountant

The Lidon Group has an exciting opportunity for Group Accountant to join our Support Office team in Monasterevin on a permanent basis. Employee Benefits:60% Staff DiscountEmployee Rewards SchemeEmployee Referral SchemeFree On-site staff parkingExcellent Career Progression OpportunitiesBike to Work SchemeFlexible work environment Main purpose of Job: To support the Financial Controller in all day to day accounting activities. This work must be carried out with a high level of attention to detail and to the best interests of the company. The Position:This is a broad role that would suit a fully qualified experienced accountant, with experience in fast paced retail environment. Prepare monthly group management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow statements                                                                                                 Oversee and assist site support staff and accounts office staff      Approve and audit Payroll                                                                                                                            Monitor key financial KPIs and prepare management reports with actionable insightsAssist with cost control initiatives and profitability analysis                                                            Ensure accurate and timely financial postings and reconciliations                               Support external audit processes and compliance requirementsSupport internal audit function                                 Identify opportunities to improve systems, processes, and reporting tools                              Ad hoc analysis and project support as neededSupport the integration of Financial systems, including POS and inventory management software to improve financial tracking                                             The PersonQualified Accountant with 3-6 years PQE (CIMA, ACCA, ACA)                       Proven experience in a similar role ideally in a fast paced retail environment         Strong Excel skills; experience with Sage and POS systems an advantage                 Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail  Strong interpersonal and communication skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team and manage multiple prioritiesKnowledge of Sage 200 and Micropay desirable, but not essential *** At this time we do not require the assistance of recruitment agencies***