General Ledger Accountant

Job title: General Ledger Accountant

Company: Cpl Group


Job description: General Ledger Accountant – Galway CityAre you a recently qualified accountant seeking hands-on experience in a multinational environment?Our client, a leading lifescience company based in Galway City, is looking to hire a General Ledger Accountant to join their growing finance team. This role offers excellent exposure to global operations, financial reporting, and compliance-ideal for someone looking to develop a strong corporate finance foundation within a highly regulated, fast-paced industry.📍 Location: Galway City📅 Contract: Permanent🕘 Working Model: Onsite👤 Reports To: Finance Manager💼 Level: Newly qualified or up to 5 years PQE🚀 Why This Role?

  • Career-defining opportunity to step into a high-impact finance role at the heart of an innovative, global medical device leader.
  • Hybrid flexibility, strong mentoring, and exposure to key finance functions like statutory reporting, compliance, tax, and audit.
  • Perfect for those looking to transition from practice to industry or grow their multinational finance experience.

🔑 Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare and analyze monthly financial reports, including Balance Sheet and P&L summaries.
  • Support the annual statutory financial statement process and external audit activities.
  • Liaise with tax specialists to ensure compliance with VAT, corporation tax, and CSO requirements.
  • Contribute to SOX compliance and internal control processes.
  • Post and review monthly journal entries and perform balance sheet reconciliations.
  • Continuously improve existing finance processes and drive efficiency within reporting cycles.
  • Ensure alignment with IFRS/local GAAP, internal policies, and corporate standards.

🎓 What We’re Looking For

  • Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
  • Strong understanding of technical accounting principles and compliance.
  • 0-5 years PQE-open to Big 4/Top 10 practice candidates or those with industry experience.
  • Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.) is a distinct advantage.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills-able to collaborate cross-functionally.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

🌟 What’s on Offer

  • An excellent career platform within a global company, with a strong chance of permanency.
  • Opportunity to gain multinational exposure and build expertise in financial reporting and compliance.
  • Supportive leadership with clear development pathways.

🔍 Interested?For more information or a confidential chat, please contact:📧 Peter Casey –#LI-PKCABC#CplPeterCasey

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Location: Galway

Job date: Fri, 27 Jun 2025 00:59:41 GMT

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