Financial Accountant FTC
- Job ID
- 60544
- Location
- Monaghan Road, Castleblayney, Monaghan, Ireland
- Job Category
- Accounting
- Locations
- Castleblayney
- Job Schedule
- Full Time
- Job Shift
- 1st
- Shift Start Hours
- Shift End Hours
- Workdays
- Monday - Friday
- Work Place
- On-site
- Travel Required
- N
- Travel Frequency
- 0-25%
- Other Hiring Locations
- Dublin, Co. Dublin, Ireland
Join the Cold Chain That Feeds the World.
For over 120 years, Americold has connected producers, processors, distributors, and retailers to ensure food stays safe, fresh, and accessible. With 240+ facilities across four continents and 14,000+ team members, we’re a global leader in temperature-controlled logistics. Our mission is to help our customers feed the world – and we’re looking for people who share that purpose. We value customer service, innovation, and inclusion, and we invest in our people’s growth and well-being. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in a company that puts people first, Americold is the place for you.
Now Hiring: Financial Accountant (Fixed Term Maternity Cover)
We are currently recruiting for a Financial Accountant on a fixed-term maternity cover contract for 12 months. This position can be in Castleblayney, Co. Monaghan or Dublin and is ideal for a qualified accountant looking to join a dynamic, fast-paced business and make an immediate impact within our Finance team.
About the Role
Reporting to the Senior Financial Controller, the Financial Accountant will be responsible for supporting the delivery of accurate financial reporting, maintaining strong financial controls, and ensuring compliance with statutory and company requirements.
The successful candidate will play a key role in the month-end process, balance sheet management, financial reconciliations, and reporting activities, while supporting both internal and external stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
You will be responsible for:
- Managing and supporting the month-end close process
- Maintaining fixed asset registers and calculating monthly depreciation
- Managing balance sheet and cashbook reconciliations
- Completing monthly reconciliations across all balance sheet accounts
- Supporting the development and maintenance of strong financial controls
- Ensuring compliance with internal controls, audit requirements, and SOX Light principles
- Managing relationships with shared service teams and resolving finance-related queries
- Preparing VAT and RCT returns accurately and on time
- Assisting with the preparation of annual statutory accounts
- Liaising with external auditors and supporting audit requirements
- Producing ad hoc financial reports and analysis as required
- Supporting the Senior Financial Controller and wider leadership team with finance projects and business initiatives
What We're Looking For
Essential Skills & Experience
- Qualified Accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent) with 5 years experience
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting requirements
- Experience in month-end accounting and balance sheet reconciliations
- Knowledge of VAT and financial compliance requirements
- Advanced Excel skills and strong systems aptitude
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Ability to prioritise workload and meet strict deadlines
- Self-motivated with a proactive approach to problem solving
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Desirable
- Experience within a logistics, warehousing, manufacturing, or supply chain environment
- Knowledge of UK and/or Irish GAAP
- Experience working within a shared services environment
- Previous exposure to audit processes and financial control frameworks
Why Join Americold?
At Americold, we're proud to play a critical role in the global food supply chain. Joining our team means becoming part of a business that values integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement. You'll work alongside experienced professionals in a supportive environment and can make a real impact during this important maternity cover assignment.
Apply today and help us continue Feeding the World.
What We Offer
At Americold, we believe in taking care of our people. We offer benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and future. Our associates know what’s in it for them – opportunity, purpose and a values-driven culture. When you join Americold, you become part of a mission to help our customers feed the world.
U.S. Only: Americold offers a range of benefits, including medical/dental/vision insurance, STD/LTD coverage, 401(k) with Company match, FSA, life insurance, EAP, and paid time off, some of which may vary depending on the particular position and whether it is covered by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA).