Financial Advisory Manager

Location Dublin City
Discipline: Finance & Accounting
Job type: Permanent
Contact email: niallgarland@godfreynorth.com
Job ref: J151
Published: 10 months ago
Expiry date: 25 Dec 2023 11:59
Startdate: 26/09/2023

VISA SPONSORSHIP NOT PROVIDED

 

The Role

We have partnered with one of Ireland's leading professional services firms to fill the role of Financial Advisory Services Manager. This role is a perfect fit for an experienced finance/audit professional to transition into an advisory role.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Research and Craft Solutions for Complex Technical Accounting and Regulatory Challenges: Investigate and create solutions for intricate technical accounting and regulatory issues.

  • Stay Informed on Industry, Regulatory, and Accounting Changes: Stay up-to-date with changes in the industry, regulations, and accounting practices to proactively develop and present solutions to clients and potential clients.

  • Collaborate with Client Financial and Regulatory Reporting Teams: Partner with clients' financial and regulatory reporting teams to extract valuable insights from financial data and enhance reporting processes.

  • Lead in Providing Technical Support for Ad-Hoc Accounting and Regulatory Inquiries: Take charge of offering technical support for spontaneous accounting and regulatory questions from clients and cross-functional teams within the EMEIA region.

  • Guide Clients in Implementing New Accounting Standards and Regulatory Adjustments: Assist clients in adopting new or updated accounting standards, managing GAAP conversions, and navigating regulatory changes.

  • Lead the Planning, Execution, and Delivery of Engagements: Head engagements, including those that involve significant financial and accounting transformations or complex transactions within large finance departments.

  • Mentor Junior Team Members and Serve as a Key Contact for Senior Leadership: Effectively mentor junior team members, offering guidance and acting as the primary liaison with senior leaders.

  • Harness Technology for Continuous Learning, Knowledge Sharing, and Improved Service Delivery: Utilize technology to facilitate ongoing learning, share knowledge with colleagues, and enhance the delivery of services.

  • Establish Robust Internal Relationships within Assurance and Across Supported Service Lines: Cultivate strong internal relationships within the Assurance department and among the various service lines we collaborate with and support.

 

Ideal Candidate

  • Undergraduate or graduate degree in accounting and/or other appropriate academic major (including Business, Economics, Accounting, Finance);

  • ACA or ACCA certification

  • A minimum of 5 years of experience as an auditor for a public accounting firm, and/or industry experience within banking, aircraft leasing, wealth and asset management or insurance

  • Excellent project management skills including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel