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Financial Reporting Accountant – 6-month contract

Job Title: Financial Reporting Accountant

Job type: Daily rate | 6 months initially (with the potential for extension or permanency)

Working model: Hybrid, 2 days per week in Dublin centre & 3 days per week working from home

The Role

We are looking for a hands-on Financial Accountant with experience within the insurance or reinsurance industry to join a growing team in Dublin.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the financial reporting function, taking ownership of day-to-day accounting activities and ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting across month-end, quarter-end and year-end processes.

This is a practical, delivery-focused role suited to someone who enjoys getting stuck into the detail, taking a proactive approach and working collaboratively with colleagues across the business. Strong communication skills are essential, alongside the ability to manage competing priorities and meet reporting deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

  • Financial Reporting

  • Month-End, Quarter-End & Year-End

  • Balance Sheet Reconciliations: Prepare, review and maintain balance sheet reconciliations, investigating discrepancies and ensuring appropriate supporting documentation is maintained.
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Audit Support
  • Financial Controls
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Process Improvement

Skills & Experience

  • Previous experience working within the insurance or reinsurance industry.

  • Experience in a financial accounting or financial reporting role.

  • Strong understanding of month-end, quarter-end and year-end accounting processes.

  • Hands-on experience preparing balance sheet reconciliations and performing account reconciliations.

  • Experience supporting internal and external audits.

  • Strong attention to detail, with the ability to investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies.

  • Excellent communication skills, with the confidence to liaise with stakeholders at different levels.

  • A proactive, practical and hands-on approach, with a willingness to roll up your sleeves and get involved in the detail.

Desirable:

  • Experience or exposure to Solvency II (SII) reporting requirements.

  • Experience using Oracle financial systems.

  • Relevant professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or actively studying towards one.

Note:

Notice Period: Candidates with a notice period of up to one month will be considered.
No visa sponsorship is provided.