Financial Accountant (0-2 yrs PQE)

FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT - WESTPORT – HYBRID

This role offers the scope to shape core revenue controls within a growing international SaaS organisation. Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will oversee end-to-end revenue recognition and accounting across European and US entities, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and commercial transparency. The company delivers advanced SaaS to a global client base and is entering a high-growth phase with strong investor and enterprise backing. This position will influence financial system design, support strategic projects, and strengthen governance across multi-entity operations.

This role is suitable for a qualified accountant, with 0-2 years PQE, coming from a practice background. Industry experience won’t be considered.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain and govern an accurate customer contract register with clear audit traceability.
• Lead the review of complex client contracts to ensure precise and compliant revenue recognition.
• Develop detailed revenue documentation supporting Irish/UK GAAP compliance and audit readiness.
• Oversee billing and debtor management processes, safeguarding cash flow and client service integrity.
• Perform and sign off on cash reconciliations across all bank accounts to validate completeness.
• Deliver short- and long-term revenue cash flow forecasting to inform leadership decisions.
• Manage deferred revenue schedules to align recognition with contract performance periods.
• Partner with Finance leadership to strengthen internal controls and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales and Operations to streamline contract-to-cash processes.
• Support system and process automation initiatives to improve efficiency and data accuracy.
• Contribute to statutory reporting, taxation compliance, and key finance transformation projects.
• Provide insight and analytical support for international expansion and commercial planning.

REQUIREMENTS

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with strong technical grounding in Irish/UK GAAP.
• Proven experience interpreting complex commercial contracts and applying revenue recognition principles.
• Expertise in financial controls, reconciliations, and audit preparation within a multi-entity structure.
• Strong command of financial systems and Excel; ERP knowledge (Xero or similar) an advantage.
• Analytical mindset with a structured approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
• Confident in producing high-quality documentation and financial analyses under tight deadlines.
• Able to communicate financial insight clearly to cross-functional and non-financial stakeholders.
• Experience in technology-driven or SaaS environments desirable.
• Knowledge of international accounting and tax considerations across European and US jurisdictions beneficial.
• Demonstrated commitment to accuracy, accountability, and proactive governance across finance operations.

For more information, please contact peter.casey@cpl.ie

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