About the role:
Flogas Enterprise Solutions is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Financial Accountant to join our dynamic finance team. Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, this role will play a crucial part in preparing statutory accounts, managing audits, and overseeing financial compliance. The ideal candidate will have a passion for finance, strong analytical skills, and experience in a fast-paced environment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to contribute to strategic financial planning while ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of our financial processes.
Please note this role will initially be based in our city centre office, but will relocate to our brand new head office at Dublin Airport Central in the New year


Key Responsibilities:

• Assisting the Financial Controller in the preparation of statutory accounts for auditors and the daily management of the interim and final audit process.
• Responsibility for the initial preparation of monthly management accounts, full analysis of KPI's and commentary on results against budget and prior periods for review by Financial Controller.
• Responsibility for the control of costs and for measuring department performance v budget.
• Assisting the Financial Controller in the provision of up to date, relevant financial analysis on an ad hoc and regular basis to the Board and Management Team to assist in the strategic direction and planning for Flogas.
• Direct responsibility for the management of all tax compliance requirements and statistical reporting requirements of Flogas.
• Responsibility for the maintenance of all finance process documents, the preparation of new process documents and acting as the finance representative on the Flogas internal audit team.
• Assisting the Financial Controller in the overview and operation of the monthly invoicing process ensuring pre-set targets for accuracy and timeliness are met.
• Responsibility for the initial credit assessment of all new Flogas Customers and completion of necessary documentation for Management Team counter signoff.
• Responsibility for the maintenance of good working relationships with all key Flogas partners in areas such as investment, banking, legal, audit, taxation etc.
• Responsibility for the daily management of all bank accounts and FX requirements of Flogas and customers.
• Responsibility for the monthly collection of direct debits from customers.
• Responsibility for the monthly reconciliation of balance sheet accounts.
• Ad hoc duties as required

Ideal Candidate Profile:
The ideal candidate will be ACA or ACCA qualified, with experience in a financial accountant role. A background in Big 4 accountancy is a distinct advantage, but not essential. This position suits someone who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment, with experience in the energy, financial services, or corporate finance sectors. Candidates should have excellent organizational skills, proficiency in Sage Accounting (preferred), strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel, and superb communication abilities. They should be comfortable working both independently and as part of a team, with a high level of interpersonal skills and a commitment to meeting deadlines.


About Flogas:
Part of the DCC Group, Flogas Ireland was established in 1978 supplying Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) throughout the island and to this day remains one of the leading suppliers in Ireland, servicing a diverse range of market sectors, including commercial, agricultural, and domestic.
Over the years, Flogas has evolved and grown as an Energy business, and with the acquisition of Budget Energy, based in Derry, and Flogas Enterprise Solutions, (formally known as Naturgy) we are now also a leading supplier of Natural Gas and Electricity, as well as Renewables, including Corporate Power Purchase Agreements, and energy services in both residential and commercial markets across the island of Ireland. We have an esteemed reputation within the Energy Industry and have been awarded the NSAI Quality System Certificate from the I.S. EN ISO 9001 Series.
As a Flogas Group, we are now driving our growth strategy to achieve our vision of being Irelands leading provider of total energy solutions, meeting our customers changing needs and delivering to the highest possible standard.


Why work with us?
Flogas is a well-established business within the DCC group and is continuing to grow, becoming a top provider in the energy sector, making it a very exciting time to be part of the Flogas Group. We offer a warm and welcoming environment, valuing our people and their input into the business. We encourage a collaborative workplace, where everyone feels included and heard.


Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• Bonus Structure
• Defined Pension Contribution
• Healthcare Allowance
• Staff discounts
• Hybrid work options (role dependant)
• Health and Wellbeing Supports
• Learning and Development Opportunities
• Career Advancement is important to us in Flogas. All our roles are advertised internally, and we encourage internal progression right across the business.

Flogas is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.