Johnson & Johnson
Financial Analyst / Cost Accountant
Johnson & Johnson Worksense (via Randstad Sourceright) is responsible for finding, engaging and contracting talent for the Johnson & Johnson contingent workforce.
I am currently recruiting for a Financial Analyst / Cost Accountant to join DePuy in Cork, this is a 12 month contract initially. The ideal candidate will be a fully qualified Accountant and will have experience working in a Multinational Company in a similar role.
The Financial Analyst/Cost accountant is responsible for providing financial support and accounting analysis across multiple areas. This position will be required to support many aspects of the business.
MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
BUSINESS PARTNERING
- Provide business partnering support to the business.
- Drive accountability across the business.
SOX & INTERNAL CONTROL
- Support any requirements from External and internal auditors
- Provide support to ensure all accounting and reporting procedures comply with SOX and internal control guidelines
BUSINESS SUPPORT
- Reviews account analysis
- Monitors the audits, identification and correction of discrepancies and variances in various accounting reports.
- Prepares financial statements or supporting documentation.
- Performs monthly closing activities within the department
- Assesses and reports on improvements to accounting system processes, policies and procedures.
J.D. EDWARDS SYSTEM
- Support the implementation of system enhancements
- Continuously improving controls.
BUSINESS PLANNING
- Lead/Support the annual business planning.
- Perform periodic updates to the Business Plan
MISCELLANEOUS
- Continuous Improvement Focus
- Perform any other duties as required from time to time.
- To adhere to the company?s procedures at all times.
- Ensure all quality and health & safety policies are adhered to.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
- 3-5 years post qualification experience within a large Multinational Company
- Qualified Accountant (preferably CIMA / ACA).
- Good personal computer skills - ideally Microsoft Office.
- Experience on a computerized accounting package - ideally JD EDWARDS
- Excellent interpersonal skills, be a team player and willing to work in a flexible environment.
KEY COMPETENCIES REQUIRED
- Results orientation
- Planning and organising skills
- Effective Communicator
- High Initiative
- Excellent Time Management Skills
- Facilitator
- Judgment & Tact
- Multi tasking skills
- Continuous Improvement Focus