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We recognize that the construction industry is changing at a rapid pace and we continually strive to be at the forefront. Our core values empower people to deliver great careers to one another and develop creative solutions for complex problems on some of the most exciting projects. It doesn’t matter what your expertise and craft is – there are no boundaries. We are a group of professionals with a variety of expertise within pre-construction, construction, and post-construction. To learn more, check out our Cradle to Grave services and hear from our team directly about what a career at EllisDon could look like for you. As you can see, we are a diverse bunch.

Above all, we are a group of individuals with unique experiences and at EllisDon, we choose to celebrate the strength in our differences, every day. EllisDon’s commitment to Inclusive Diversity is to work together to create an environment where every employee feels safe to be their true and authentic self. Ultimately, EllisDon’s purpose is to provide people with similar values the opportunity to achieve to their full potential; to deliver that opportunity for great careers to one another; and to contribute meaningfully to the community we share with others.

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You as an Accounting Manager will:

Provide financial support to Operations Managers in relation to budgeting, forecasting, cost management, and financial performance analysis.
Lead and participate in Internal Project Reviews (IPRs) to identify financial risks, opportunities, and corrective actions.
Ensure the timely and accurate preparation of project billings, accounts receivable, cash receipts, bank reconciliations, and accounts payable processing.
Monitor project profitability, cash flow, and financial performance, providing regular reporting and recommendations to management.
Support the preparation of annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and long-term financial plans.
Review monthly management accounts and variance analyses, highlighting and investigating significant deviations from budget and forecast.
Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, corporate policies, tax requirements, and statutory obligations.
Support month-end and year-end close processes, including audit preparation and responses to auditor requests.
Develop, maintain, and improve financial reporting processes, controls, and procedures.
Prepare management reports and present financial information to senior leadership as required.
Research and respond to financial queries from stakeholders across the business.

Is this the right role for you?

Minimum of 5 years' relevant accounting experience, preferably within construction, facilities management, engineering, or a project-based environment.
Professional accounting qualification, or equivalent, or actively working towards qualification.
Strong knowledge of financial accounting principles, management accounting, budgeting, and forecasting.
Experience with ERP and accounting systems, together with advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Knowledge of Canadian and Irish tax regulations, including VAT and payroll compliance, is desirable.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret financial data and provide actionable recommendations.
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to coach and develop team members.
High level of integrity and professionalism, with the ability to handle confidential information appropriately.
Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative team environment.

What we offer:

A market-competitive annual salary that rewards your talent
Profit Sharing
Pension Matching
Education Reimbursement
Private medical insurance, life assurance and income protection coverage from the first day of employment

EllisDon is proud to provide this unique career opportunity that provides continuous learning, opportunity for growth, and a competitive compensation package within an environment that is committed to inclusion and respects diversity.

Go ahead and be yourself. We'll pay you for it!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome people of any age, culture, subculture, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, ethnicity, race, size, mental or physical status, veteran status, religion, language, political opinion, working-style preference, family status, education, and socio-economic status. The EllisDon core values of Integrity and Mutual Respect welcomes everyone, at work and in the community, and our value of Mutual Accountability, means that we all have a role to play. As an EllisDon employee, this will ultimately be your commitment to Inclusive Diversity.

Accommodation for Applicants with disabilities will be made during the recruitment process when requested.

We are committed to providing a positive candidate experience and ensuring timely updates are provided to all candidates. If you haven’t already, be sure to create a profile on our Careers page to remain up to date on the status of your application and learn about new career opportunities as they arise.

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