Financial Accountant

Overview

At Sisk, we create places and infrastructure that shape how people live, work and connect – now and for future generations. As a family‑owned, international construction and engineering group, we offer meaningful careers across building, infrastructure, rail, energy and off‑site manufacturing throughout Ireland, the UK and Europe, where people are supported to grow, make an impact and be part of positive change.

We are seeking a qualified Accountant with a minimum of three years' post-qualification experience to join our finance team. The successful candidate will support financial control, reporting and compliance requirements across construction projects, operating entities and, where relevant, joint venture arrangements. The role offers exposure to project accounting, management reporting, statutory reporting, budgeting, forecasting and process improvement within a fast-paced construction environment.

Responsibilities

Financial Reporting

•    Prepare monthly management accounts and supporting analysis.•    Perform month-end close activities, including journals, accruals, prepayments and reconciliations.•    Analyse project and overhead costs and investigate variances.•    Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and ensure timely resolution of outstanding items.•    Support the preparation of annual statutory financial statements.

Construction and Project Accounting

•    Monitor project financial performance and profitability.•    Review project cost reports, forecasts and cash flow information.•    Assist project and commercial teams with financial analysis and reporting.•    Support accounting for joint ventures, subcontractor arrangements and project-specific transactions.•    Ensure accurate cost allocation and revenue recognition in accordance with company policies.

Budgeting and Forecasting

•    Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts.•    Support business units in analysing project performance against budgets.•    Prepare ad hoc financial models and scenario analyses.

Compliance and Controls

•    Ensure compliance with accounting standards, company policies and regulatory requirements.•    Assist with VAT, payroll-related reporting and other compliance obligations as required.•    Maintain strong financial controls and identify opportunities for process improvements.•    Support internal and external audit activities.

Experience

• Strong financial reporting and month-end accounting experience.
• Experience preparing management accounts and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Exposure to budgeting, forecasting and audit processes.
• Experience within a construction, engineering, contracting or project-based environment would be advantageous but is not essential.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting and accounting principles.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems COINS is a plus, but not required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communicator with the confidence to engage across all levels of the business.
• Proactive, collaborative and solutions-focused approach.

Qualifications

• ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent professional accounting qualification.
• Minimum three years' post-qualification experience.

Additional Information

What We Offer

At Sisk, your rewards package goes far beyond your salary. Our most valued benefits include:

• Competitive salary 
• 26 days annual leave
• Pension scheme 
• Comprehensive health, wellbeing and lifestyle supports
• Career development opportunities
• And much more as part of our Total Rewards programme 

Our People & Recruitment CommitmentAt Sisk, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer the opportunity to work with purpose, grow a career without limits and be part of a supportive, collaborative team.

All vacancies are managed directly by our Internal Recruitment Team. Unsolicited CVs or speculative contact from unapproved agencies are not accepted, and no fees will be payable.

Equity, Inclusion & AccessibilityWe are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, family status or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to support all candidates.

Encouraging All Talent to ApplyWe understand that the confidence gap or imposter syndrome can discourage great people from applying. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to express your interest — your skills, experience and potential are what matter.

Compliance & TransparencyAll recruitment materials are designed to meet or exceed legal and regulatory requirements, including the Irish and UK Equality Acts and the EU Pay Transparency Directive, ensuring fairness, transparency and equal access for every applicant.

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