A leading Irish real estate investment and development firm is seeking a recently qualified accountant to join their growing development finance team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Big 4 trained professional looking to move out of audit into a more commercial, forward-looking role with direct exposure to property development projects.

Working closely with the development team, you will gain hands-on exposure to the financial management of large-scale projects.

Responsibilities:

Financial Accounting & Reporting

Preparation of monthly management accounts
Assist with month-end close processes, including journals and reconciliations
Support the preparation of statutory financial statements and audits
Balance sheet reconciliations and maintenance of strong financial controls
Liaising with auditors and external advisors

Development & Commercial Finance

Supporting budgeting and forecasting across development projects
Monitoring project spend and cashflow vs budget
Assisting with financial modelling and project analysis
Partnering with non-finance stakeholders to understand Construction costs, Development timelines, and Project viability

Requirements:

Recently qualified ACA / ACCA (or up to ~2 years PQE)
Background in Big 4 / Top 10 audit
Exposure to real estate, property or construction clients highly desirable
Strong analytical mindset with a genuine interest in moving into a commercial finance role
Confident communicator with experience engaging stakeholders

A standout opportunity for a Big 4 newly qualified to transition into a commercially focused role within an established market leader.

For more information, contact Matthew Fleming at mfleming@elevatepartners.ie.

Financial Accountant / Financial Analyst

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