Financial Accountant / Analyst - Business Partner

Financial Accountant / Analyst - Business Partner

General Information

Location: Blended work model with office locations in Dublin 2

Grade: Grade 2

Business Area: SaT

Contract Type: FTC

Reporting to:  Finance Manager TT and PMO Capital Projects

This finance team acts as a key support for Project Managers and project reporting. The team play a central role in financial management, including supporting production of monthly reporting project reporting, quarterly capital reporting and reforecasting. The team plays a key role in business partnering with cost centre owners and other business units, liaising and coordination with other finance units and the oversight and supporting the reporting on the fixed assets. The team also assist in management accounts, financial and operational reporting, the preparation and consolidation of annual budget process and the annual financial statements.

The Transport Technology and PMO Departments has responsibility for delivering and operating technology solutions to support Transport Operators to deliver effective and efficient transport services to the public. To this end, the department is procuring and implementing solutions in the area of Real Time Passenger Information (RTPI) systems (On-Street Displays, the National Journey Planner and Real time Ireland app), a new Automatic Vehicle Location (AVL) system that enable Operators to plan, track and manage bus services all over the country and the national integrated transport ticketing solution, i.e. the Leap Card System. A significant project is underway  to replace the current ticketing system with a state of the art Next Generation Ticketing (NGT) solution currently being tendered.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

As part of the Government strategic objective to improve public transport in Ireland, the Transport Technology department is seeking a Financial Accountant to help develop and improve these services used by millions of people every week. Reporting to the Finance Manager – TT and PMO Projects, the individual will play a lead role in business partnering and financial analysis.

As a key member of the team you will be responsible for supporting the Business Unit with on-going project work, as well as preparing ad hoc reports for management and stakeholders.

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.

Note: 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 REQUIREMENTS: Character: 

Each candidate must be of good character.

Health:

Each candidate shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service.

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.

About EY

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What working at EY offers

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

EY is committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. While our client-facing professionals can be required to travel regularly, and at times be based at client sites, our flexible working arrangements can help you to achieve a lifestyle balance.

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.

Inclusion & Diversity

We hold a collective commitment to foster an environment where all differences are valued and respected, practices are equitable and everyone experiences a sense of belonging: Inclusion, diversity, and equity are part of who we are at EY. We believe that the highest-performing teams maximize the power of different perspectives and backgrounds. These teams are both diverse and inclusive and are willing to invite and learn from other perspectives. Our ability to include various viewpoints into our mindsets, behaviours and operations is fundamental to driving innovation, building strong relationships, and delivering the best solutions for our clients.

We recognise the strength that comes from having a diverse workforce and building a culture where we support all our people to achieve their potential. You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. As an equal opportunities’ employer, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Reasonable accommodations are offered at every stage of our recruitment process.

If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

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