About Northern Trust Northern Trust, a Fortune 500 company, is a globally recognized, award-winning financial institution that has been in continuous operation since 1889. Northern Trust is proud to provide innovative financial services and guidance to the world’s most successful individuals, families, and institutions by remaining true to our enduring principles of service, expertise, and integrity. With more than 130 years of financial experience and over 22,000 partners, we serve the world’s most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service. Role/Department Limerick’s Custody Client Service team are responsible for 650+ clients. The department has a high level of interaction with internal teams to source information which enables the team to provide Prompt Quality Responses for all client queries. Based in Limerick, the successful candidate will be responsible for developing and maintaining client relationships internally & externally. The role entails working as an individual within a team environment with responsibility of owning the service delivery to significant client or clients. The successful candidate will own all aspects of service delivery to ensure we exceed our client expectations for all custody queries. The individual should have transferrable skills that will add value to the Custody Client Service team. The Key Responsibilities Of The Role Include Responsible for service and delivery to one or multiple clients Ownership of Custody Relationship for assigned clients Point of consultation for clients. Initiates frequent, proactive communication. Leads / Conducts Service reviews. Develop and maintain effective relationships with critical business partners, internal clients & relevant third parties, e.g. trustees, external advisors, consultants, etc. Track service & delivery results against project plans and SLD (Service Level Delivery) Monitor service delivery through client reviews, internal / external surveys, specific client feedback, consultant feedback etc. Provide appropriate escalation of service & delivery and other relevant issues / opportunities to Relationship Managers / Client Service Managers / Internal Stakeholders. Assist team at all opportunities with the goal of delivering proactive, unparalleled service to clients. Promote the highest standards of integrity, accountability & client service across GFS EMEA and the global GFS business. Create and foster an inclusive environment where all partners interact with trust, respect and a shared sense of purpose and collective impact. Skills/ Qualifications The successful candidate will benefit from having: Several years’ experience within Fund Services (preferably Custody) Comprehensive knowledge of the securities industry, its products and instruments. Excellent interpersonal skills including ability to persuade and influence change / best practice. Ability to communicate with partners and clients at all levels. Ability to foster an inclusive environment within team. Strong team player with a positive ‘can do’ attitude Ability to learn and share client strategy, products, and industry initiatives Operates independently & has in-depth knowledge of the business. Proven ability to improve service delivery, increase efficiency, effectiveness and overall productivity. Working With Us As a Northern Trust partner, greater achievements await. You will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture in an organization where financial strength and stability is an asset that emboldens us to explore new ideas. Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to assisting the communities we serve! Join a workplace with a greater purpose. We’d love to learn more about how your interests and experience could be a fit with one of the world’s most admired and sustainable companies! Build your career with us and apply today. #MadeForGreater Reasonable accommodation Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center at MyHRHelp@ntrs.com. We hope you’re excited about the role and the opportunity to work with us. We value an inclusive workplace and understand flexibility means different things to different people. Apply today and talk to us about your flexible working requirements and together we can achieve greater. For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Finance Team Leads – Finance Operations/Finance Shared Service Project (Higher Executive Officer) in the Finance Shared Services (FSS) of the National Shared Services Office (NSSO) The National Shared Services Office (NSSO) is now recruiting for the position of Finance Team Leads (Higher Executive Officer) in its Finance Shared Services function. About Finance Shared Services We launched our latest service offering, Finance Shared Services, to eight Public Service Bodies (PSBs) in 2022. FSS will provide a centralised, standardised accounting and finance service on a single-technology platform to 48 government bodies who are transitioning on a phased basis. The platform will replace 31 different legacy finance systems, eliminating the need to maintain, support and upgrade different systems, reducing costs and improving security. The Role Of Finance Team Leads In FSS This is an exciting opportunity to play a critical role in the development and operation of the NSSO’s latest shared service, which is a key part of public service reform. Working in a dynamic programme environment, FSS Team Leads will be assigned an FSS operations functional area to manage or will be responsible for engagement with later wave FSS clients on incremental system design activities such as testing, data transfer, change management and training. These roles will be based in Galway or Tullamore and will be flexible in line with blended working/future of work arrangements. Closing Date Tuesday 8 April 2025, 5pm For more information and to apply, please visit our website via the apply button below. #J-18808-Ljbffr
About Northern Trust: Northern Trust, a Fortune 500 company, is a globally recognized, award-winning financial institution that has been in continuous operation since 1889. Northern Trust is proud to provide innovative financial services and guidance to the world’s most successful individuals, families, and institutions by remaining true to our enduring principles of service, expertise, and integrity. With more than 130 years of financial experience and over 22,000 partners, we serve the world’s most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service. The Analyst role within Depositary Operations is responsible for ensuring that Northern Trust fulfills its oversight responsibilities under the Alternative Investment Fund Management Directive, UCITS V and other regulatory requirements. The key responsibilities of the role include: Reviewing fund accounting cash reconciliations to custody. Reviewing significant transactions recorded on a fund and determining if inconsistent with the fund. Reviewing the units in issue reconciliation performed by fund accounting against transfer agency records. Reviewing fund accounting stock reconciliations to custody, prime broker or external valuation reports. Completing various tasks associated with valuation oversight including but not limited to fee review & NAV calculation review. Ensuring reporting requirements for both internal and external clients are produced on a monthly basis. The successful candidate will benefit from having: Good attention to detail and accuracy. Strong administration and organizational skills. Demonstrated experience multi-tasking. A flexible approach to changing business requirements. Demonstrated ability to display initiative and professionalism. Working with Us: As a Northern Trust partner, greater achievements await. You will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture in an organization where financial strength and stability emboldens us to explore new ideas. Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to assisting the communities we serve! Join a workplace with a greater purpose. We’d love to learn more about how your interests and experience could be a fit with one of the world’s most admired and sustainable companies! Build your career with us and apply today. Reasonable Accommodation: Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center at MyHRHelp@ntrs.com. We hope you’re excited about the role and the opportunity to work with us. We value an inclusive workplace and understand flexibility means different things to different people. Apply today and talk to us about your flexible working requirements, and together we can achieve greater. For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Opportunities In Real Estate Infrastructure Fund Accounting - (Consultant, Senior Consultant) Limerick About Northern Trust Northern Trust, a Fortune 500 company, is a globally recognized, award-winning financial institution that has been in continuous operation since 1889. Northern Trust is proud to provide innovative financial services and guidance to the world’s most successful individuals, families, and institutions by remaining true to our enduring principles of service, expertise, and integrity. With more than 130 years of financial experience and over 22,000 partners, we serve the world’s most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service. About The Role We are currently recruiting for multiple opportunities within the Real Estate Infrastructure Funds (REIF) team in Limerick. We are eager to speak to people with general accounting experience looking for a change of scene. Knowledge of fund accounting or real estate funds would be an advantage but not essential. The role involves working closely with investment and property managers to complete the financials for a portfolio of investment and property assets across Ireland and overseas. The role is varied and provides the opportunity to gain experience in a fast-moving and interesting industry. You will be joining a growing team in our Limerick office. Principal Responsibilities Of The Role Ensure valuations are completed in an accurate and timely manner. Carry out duties in accordance with procedures and SDs. Work closely with Manager on various processes/projects. Work in collaboration with investment and property managers to ensure all bookkeeping is completed accurately. Skills / Experience Required Procedural knowledge. Customer service orientation. Concern for quality. Team working. Organisation and planning. Resilience and self-control. Problem solving. Computer skills - Excel, Word, etc. Industry knowledge - Knowledge of real estate, valuations business & Central Bank regulations is an advantage. Business or financial services qualification or studying for the same. This is not essential but would be an advantage. Experience as a Fund Administrator/Accountant. Effective in the use of a variety of communication methods. Identify and ‘own’ problems, correct them as far as is possible and refer as/if appropriate. Working With Us As a Northern Trust partner, greater achievements await. You will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture in an organization where financial strength and stability is an asset that emboldens us to explore new ideas. Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to assisting the communities we serve! Join a workplace with a greater purpose. Reasonable accommodation Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center at MyHRHelp@ntrs.com. We hope you’re excited about the role and the opportunity to work with us. We value an inclusive workplace and understand flexibility means different things to different people. Talk to us about your flexible working requirements and together we can achieve greater. For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Job Description We are Grant Thornton. We go beyond business as usual, so you can too. Grant Thornton Ireland (GT) has over 3,000 people in 10 offices across Ireland, The Isle of Man, Gibraltar, and Bermuda, with a presence in over 130 countries around the world, and a global network of over 62,000 people. At GT, we work as trusted advisors, bringing local knowledge and national expertise, with a global presence, to help businesses succeed – wherever they are located. We make business more personal by investing in building relationships and empowering our clients to make the right choice for their organisation now and for the future. Whether that is working with the public sector to build thriving communities, with regulators and financial institutions to build trust, or with a diverse range of businesses to help them achieve their goals, Grant Thornton Ireland works hard to support clients to act on the issues that matter. At GT Ireland we don’t just predict your future, we build it. A Career at GT Looking for a more fulfilling role in professional services? One where fresh thinking, collaboration and diversity are valued? At Grant Thornton we do things differently. What does this mean for you? A career in a more inclusive working environment, a more collaborative work culture, a more supported, flexible working role, more possibilities to grow and more opportunities to help shape the future for your clients. We respect and value your experience. And we want you to bring your authentic self to work and be at your best. It is how it should be. Grow with us At Grant Thornton, we care about our people and work hard to make you feel valued. If you are looking to deepen and develop your skills, knowledge, and experience throughout your career, then that is what you will get, and more. Department overview The Grant Thornton FAAS department is a specialist team who primarily services complex large-scale and Multinational Companies (MNCs), focusing on being a centralised point of contact for their global requirements. Our experienced and multicultural teams are experts in areas of Global Compliance and Reporting Solutions (GCRS), Flexible People Solutions, Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) and Global Payroll Solutions (GPS) operating through our Centre of Excellence in Ireland. The Opportunity This is a high profile position. It involves working closely with Partners and other senior personnel within Grant Thornton, but also with key finance people in both publicly listed companies and multinational environments. The Advisory FAAS team is a group of proactive accounting specialists who are focused on providing practical solutions to our clients’ complex financial reporting issues. Our ‘on call’ ethos means we are able to respond quickly to fast moving business processes and timelines – whether assisting with advice related to transactions or working to tight financial close deadlines. Main responsibilities: The characteristics of the target client base we are selling to are as follows: complex clients and group structures; multi-jurisdictional; technically demanding; driving efficiency and change; looking for value; want a single point of contact; sophisticated procurement processes; often SEC regulated. The service delivery therefore demands a combination of rigorous project management with clear communication protocols, technical excellence and a deep knowledge of shared service centre operating environments. This role will suit an ambitious motivated person who is willing and interested in getting involved with helping the team and thrives in a varied role working across different clients. It involves working closely with Partners and other senior personnel within Grant Thornton, and also with key people from our multinational client base. The candidate should be experienced in delivering projects such as: Liaise with stakeholders to ensure accurate and complete performance of month-end and quarter-end tasks. Preparation and review specified monthly balance sheet account reconciliations and follow up & resolve reconciling items in a timely manner. Assist with ad hoc financial analysis and queries. Support with local statutory and tax requirements. Provide support for the financial statement close process. Involvement in transitions, assisting with the on-shoring or off-shoring of finance-related processes. Process documentation, redesign and implementation in relation to processes including Order to Cash (OTC), Procure to Pay (P2P), Record to Report (R2R). Stakeholder engagement, building strong relationships with client representatives. Promoting FAAS both internally and externally. Individual’s experience, skills and attributes ACA/ACCA qualified with 1 - 2 years’ experience in a role which can demonstrate the experience required to achieve the above responsibilities, either in a professional services or industry environment. Specific experience of having been part of large-scale finance projects in a multinational environment. A self-starter with an ability to work on their own initiative, but knowing when to seek assistance and work collaboratively. Mature and confident person with excellent interpersonal skills, particularly communication skills. Energy, enthusiasm and passion for a new challenge. Life at GT Reward and benefits: Our reward and benefits are designed to create an environment where our people can flourish. We are committed to building a culture where our people have access to the necessary benefits to help promote a healthy lifestyle and thrive. Equity, Diversity and Inclusion: At Grant Thornton, we provide equitable opportunities for all our colleagues. We are a responsible, sustainable business where equity, diversity and inclusion (ED&I) is at the forefront of our workplace culture agenda, and today, we continue to build and develop on our existing ED&I structure and strategy to meet our workplace culture needs. People are at the heart of our business and teams built with varied backgrounds, racial differences, cultures, sexual orientations, religious orientations, ages, gender identities, abilities and family types present diverse viewpoints, which need to be heard and valued. We are all at our best when we are able to be ourselves and we view integrity and authenticity as integral values to bring to our day-to-day work-life at the firm. We are excited to see the personality and perspectives you will bring to our team because we know we will all benefit from them. Diversity of thought, background and experience enables better decision-making, improves the quality of our delivery, and helps us to meet the needs of our clients. Our firm is built on people and their ideas, so we want to hear all the new perspectives and fresh thinking you have to offer. You form the bedrock of our firm’s best-practice principles and we will champion you as leaders from day one. Recognition: We want to create a culture of recognition and celebrating success, by saying thank you to people who surpass our expectations and recognising the right values and behaviours. Our Shout Out recognition scheme is our way of highlighting and promoting achievements. Whether you simply want to say thank you, celebrate a special occasion or give an award for doing something exceptional, you can do all of this and more through the scheme. For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Audit and Accounts Senior Manager Are you currently working as an Audit/ Accounts Manager? Is progression/ opportunity limited in your current practice? Are you looking for a Director/ Profit Share opportunity with a very well-regarded/ friendly firm based in South/ Central? If the answer is yes, the below should be of interest to you! The client - Our client is a reputable, thriving SME firm of accountants based in Dublin South/ Central. With a solid and growing client base, they require an Audit and Accounts Senior Manager to join the team on a full-time basis. Reporting to the firm's Senior Partners, the role will oversee all client audit activity as well as planning, budgeting, completion and billing of client audits, ensuring compliance at all stages. Their client base varies from SME enterprises and group companies which will offer high-quality, interesting work. What's on offer? Opportunity for partnership if that is your ambition A friendly firm with a focus on good work-life balance - flexi-time Very competitive salary and package Role responsibilities - Leading the audit/ accounts team Identifying new business opportunities Mentoring and developing junior members of staff Maintaining and developing strong relationships with a diverse portfolio of clients About you - You will be ACA/ ACCA/ CPA Qualified Have at least 7 years' experience in practice at Snr Manager/ Director level in an SME environment Genuine desire to develop a career in practice Ability to motivate and lead Sound like something that's of interest? Please send your details through the link below and we'll be in touch for a confidential discussion on the details! All applications will be treated in the strictest of confidence. #J-18808-Ljbffr
About Northern Trust: Northern Trust, a Fortune 500 company, is a globally recognized, award-winning financial institution that has been in continuous operation since 1889. Northern Trust is proud to provide innovative financial services and guidance to the world’s most successful individuals, families, and institutions by remaining true to our enduring principles of service, expertise, and integrity. With more than 130 years of financial experience and over 22,000 partners, we serve the world’s most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service. About the Role We are currently recruiting for multiple opportunities in Fund Accounting across all levels: Fund Accountant, Team Leader and Manager in our Limerick office. We look for people with Fund Accounting and supervisory/management experience in the performance of Fund Accounting related activities: evaluates and reconciles complex funds including mutual, commingled, and collective for production of client month-end reports or for daily valuation. One will also be involved in verifying complex transactions, audits income reports within scheduled timeframes and resolves exceptions on a daily basis for fund accounts. Why choose a career in Fund Accounting with Northern? Northern Trust has demonstrated a continued commitment to investing in Ireland; our Fund Accounting team has grown exponentially and we now have over 250 partners in our Limerick and Dublin offices. Our Fund Accounting team provides an end-to-end Fund Accounting service onsite in Ireland which complements other client services provided in Ireland, such as Custodian, Financial Reporting and Transfer Agency Services. We invest heavily in our people and offer a customized, individually dedicated Fund Accounting training program to ensure our people can realise their full potential and avail of the diverse range of career opportunities within Fund Accounting and Northern Trust Ireland. To complement the company culture, we support our employees' efforts to balance work and home life, in part by offering family-friendly programs and alternative/flexible work situations. Our modern compensation package is highly competitive and moreover, intuitive to your stage of life and career. Principal Responsibilities of the Role General Ensure Valuations are completed in an accurate and timely manner. Carry out duties in accordance with procedures and SDs. Work closely with Manager on various processes/projects. Ensure all fees/expenses are paid on time. Skills / Experience Required Procedural knowledge. Customer Service Orientation. Concern for Quality. Team Working. Organisation and planning. Resilience and Self Control. Problem solving. Computer Skills - Excel, Word etc. Industry Knowledge - Knowledge of financial instruments, Valuations business & Central Bank regulations an advantage. Business or financial services qualification or studying for same. This is not essential but would be an advantage. Strong experience as a Fund Administrator/Accountant with evidence of quality checking team’s work. Effective in the use of a variety of communication methods. Identify and ‘own’ problems, correct them as far as is possible and refer as/if appropriate. Working with Us: As a Northern Trust partner, greater achievements await. You will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture in an organization where financial strength and stability is an asset that emboldens us to explore new ideas. Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to assisting the communities we serve! Join a workplace with a greater purpose. We’d love to learn more about how your interests and experience could be a fit with one of the world’s most admired and sustainable companies! Build your career with us. Reasonable accommodation Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center at MyHRHelp@ntrs.com. We hope you’re excited about the role and the opportunity to work with us. We value an inclusive workplace and understand flexibility means different things to different people. Talk to us about your flexible working requirements and together we can achieve greater. For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below. #J-18808-Ljbffr
EMEA Hub OTC Lead/Business Analyst About Abbott Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritional and branded generic medicines. Our 107,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. Abbott serves the Irish market with a diverse range of healthcare products including diagnostics, medical devices and nutritional products. In Ireland, Abbott employs over 4,000 people across nine sites. We have six manufacturing facilities located in Clonmel, Cootehill, Donegal, Longford and Sligo and a third-party manufacturing management operation in Sligo. Abbott has commercial, support operations and shared services in Dublin and Galway. We have been operating in Ireland since 1946. Abbott Ireland Financial Services Cherrywood Dublin Abbott’s EMEA Finance Shared Services Center commenced operations in Cherrywood, Dublin in October 2015. From this location the Finance Shared Services provides processing and expertise, in local languages, to Abbott divisions and affiliate companies across EMEA. The core services are in Record to Report, Order to Cash, Source to Pay and Master data management. The Financial Shared Services hub is part of Corporate Finance and has regional counterparts in the US and in Malaysia. Position Summary The OTC Lead (Order to Cash) is accountable for: Expertise: Working knowledge of O2C activities allowing to actively support and coordinate end to end processes within the scope. Team Leadership: Lead a team of AR Analysts and Senior Analysts in the day-to-day activities of the region. Subject Matter Expertise: Act as a Subject Matter Expert, interpret relevant data, and provide recommendations to management in prioritizing key actions to achieve operational targets. Business Partnership: Be a trusted Business Partner to our internal stakeholders and divisions. Flexibility required to interact with and manage a broad range of stakeholders, competing priorities and changing environment. Reporting and Analysis: Maintain a comprehensive set of reporting to allow upwards and downwards analysis and decision support. Translate data from various sources into strategic business insights. Continuous Improvement: Maintain a sustained continuous improvement mindset on opportunities presented through Business Analytics. Training and coaching: Ability to coach and guide Team Members, to ensure proper execution of operational tasks within the Team – coordinate and monitor task completion within SLA time, improve specific metrics for countries supported. Major Responsibilities Analytics Innovation and Automation: Drive the implementation of automation projects and innovative solutions to improve efficiency and accuracy in OTC processes. Timely Reporting: Ensure all reports are issued as per targeted deadlines with high-quality narratives and business insights. Standardization: Support the continued standardization of Business Unit and Divisional reporting, leveraging GPO data analytics initiatives. Communication: Liaise with OTC Director and OTC Managers to ensure that reporting is consistent with the EMEA CFS Hub customer experience strategy. Month-End Close: Partner with RTR colleagues for assigned month-end close responsibilities. KPI Reporting: Report on internal KPIs for the team, including status and risk areas to management. Prepare month-end reporting, including posting on bad debt reserves or other accounts receivable adjustments. Leadership Stakeholder Collaboration: Build strong, trusting relationships with senior leaders and stakeholders to support long-term business goals. Coaching: Coach the regional team in the management of all accounts receivable functions (credit, collection, master data, and cash application). Performance Reporting: Manage reporting of performance to both department management and wider internal customers. Escalation Point: Act as an escalation point to support the team with collection processes. Target Setting: Provide insights during target setting cycles. Compliance: Perform month-end activities and review and approve team member outputs. Manage and sustain compliance in line with Abbott control policies. Education and Background Minimum Education: BS degree related Finance, Business, or Accounting. Data Analytics experience/Qualification. Data visualization experience/Qualification. Qualified Accountant preferable. Minimum Experience: At least 5 years of experience in finance within a complex global organization, including management of complex data sets or databases. SAP and other ERP experience required. Strong understanding of SAP Controlling organizational structure. Language Skills: Fluency in English. For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Treasury Risk Manager Our Finance function teams are right at the heart of what we do. Surrounded by some of the best Finance specialists in the industry, you’ll bring your own ideas to the business - helping to shape the experience of our customers as part of a forward-thinking team. Are you looking for a new challenge? We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Treasury Risk Manager with initiative, drive, and ambition to join our Primark Treasury team! In this role, you will lead the establishment of the Treasury Risk Management function, support and partner with the business, and be responsible for financial markets insight. Treasury’s purpose is to protect and create value for Primark, both through the direct management of financial risks, and by advising and partnering with stakeholders in the business. This role is instrumental in how Treasury directly manages risk and delivers risk management support and direction to Primark. This role will lead on business partnering within the business, as well as leading on a number of financial market risk activities. The key to success in this role will be understanding our business models and unique risks, applying this knowledge to the creation of risk management strategies and solutions. Technology will also play a key part in Primark’s future success and this role will lead on identifying and on supporting the successful delivery of technology solutions for the management of these activities. What You’ll Get The world is changing and it’s important we support our colleagues. People are at the heart of what we do at Primark so it’s essential we provide the right environment for you to perform at your best. That’s why we offer benefits that put you first. Some of our benefits are: 27 days of leave, plus bank holidays and if you want, you can buy 5 more. Flexible Working, opportunity for an early Friday finish, and a subsidised cafeteria. Primark Perks – Discounts with some local partner businesses to our offices. What You’ll Do: In your role, you’ll collaborate with different people across a range of skillsets. Here’s a flavour of your day-to-day: Risk Management Lead the establishment of the Treasury Risk Management function in Primark. Set direction on how Primark analyses financial market risks and exposures, quantifying, analysing and reporting financial exposures. Lead on the aggregation of business risks to provide a consolidated Primark exposure, including undertaking correlation analysis to understand a net risk position. Including embedding the use of sensitivity and ‘Value at Risk’ modelling. Identify, review and optimise existing hedging strategies within our businesses, covering currency, commodity and rates risk, focusing on the effectiveness of governance and economic outcomes. Specific currency exposures cover G10, Central & Eastern Europe currencies. Specific commodities exposures cover energy (electricity/gas), diesel, freight, cotton, plastics, paper and steel. Support the Head of Treasury/Treasury Manager in Liquidity risk management and working capital initiatives. Share best practice across Primark, through direct business partnering and presentations in risk forums. Business Partnering Lead on providing Treasury support, and value add partner across various finance and non-finance stakeholders. Provide an objective view on the existing governance structures in place within our businesses and lead on implementing best practice governance. Work closely with ABF Group Treasury on Risk management activities, reporting and policy compliance. Financial Markets Insight Accountable for the development of internal market reporting for currency, commodities, rates and credit risk, leveraging this to deliver insights to Primark, including identifying market opportunities to execute risk management. Educating and provision of Treasury inputs for financial budget, forecast, long term planning and ad hoc reporting purposes. Actively engage with relationship banking group on market insights and developing risk management products and strategies. Governance, Controls & Reporting Annual review of ABF & Primark Treasury policies and its communication across the business. Lead the periodic Primark Treasury Risk Management Committee and period Treasury reporting. Manage and maintain Treasury Risk Register and development of relevant KPI/KRI reporting. Support the production of the annual treasury board paper reporting. Technology Lead on identifying and implementing appropriate technology risk management solutions for Primark. Support in the scoping/business requirements as part of the implementation of a Treasury Management System covering risk management activities. What You’ll Bring Here at Primark, we want everyone to feel valued – so please bring your authentic self to work, of course with some other key experience and abilities for this role in particular: Treasury or Finance qualification (ACT or CFA) preferred. Accounting (ACCA, ACA, CPA or equivalent) qualified preferred. 5-7+ years Treasury experience. Understanding of accounting standards related to Treasury – IFRS9. Strategic thinking coupled with strong commercial awareness; ability to identify and drive change. Excellent planning and organisation skills, ability to multi-task, plan and prioritise work schedule for self and team and work within agreed timescales. Operates with a high level of integrity, diplomacy, tact and professionalism. Experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic, and collaborative environment. An ambitious self-starter with a positive can-do attitude. A collaborative team player, who demonstrates high levels of emotional intelligence. Proven ability in developing working relationships across all levels of the organisation. Excellent attention to detail with strong financial and analytical skills (ability to analyse and interrogate high volumes of data). Ability to work under pressure and capable of handling multiple priorities. Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to influence and manage key internal and external stakeholders and relationships. English is essential and other European languages would be an advantage. Ready? Good - because we can’t wait to see what you can offer. You’ll be joining a team of diverse, passionate, and talented individuals where you’ll truly belong, collaborating on projects that will shape the future of our industry. If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet all the criteria, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this role or another one, and our recruitment team can determine where your skills may fit in at Primark. Apply to be part of our future and we’ll help you develop yours. If you need any reasonable adjustments or have accessibility requests during your recruitment journey, such as extended time or breaks between online assessments, a sign language interpreter, mobility access, or assistive technology please contact your talent acquisition specialist. All offers of employment are subject to background checks, including right to work, reference education and for some roles criminal and financial checks. If you have any concerns please reach out to our talent acquisition team to discuss. For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below. #J-18808-Ljbffr
About Abbott Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, Nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 109,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. Abbott serves the Irish market with a diverse range of healthcare products including diagnostics, medical devices and Nutritionals products. In Ireland, Abbott employs over 4,000 people across nine sites. We have six manufacturing facilities located in Clonmel, Cootehill, Donegal, Longford and Sligo and a third-party manufacturing management operation in Sligo. Abbott has commercial, support operations and shared services in Dublin and Galway. We have been operating in Ireland since 1946. Abbott Ireland Financial Services Cherrywood Dublin Abbott’s EMEA Finance Shared Services centre commenced operations in Cherrywood, Dublin in October 2015. From this location, Finance Shared Services provides processing and expertise, in local languages, to Abbott divisions and affiliate companies across EMEA. The core services are in Record to Report, Order to Cash, Source to Pay and Master data management. The Financial Shared Services hub is part of Corporate Finance and has regional counterparts in the US and in Singapore. We currently have a vacancy for an OTC Analyst and this role will involve the following: Position Summary: The Credit & Collections Analyst is accountable to perform/review the day-to-day shared service credit operations for the region including but not limited to: Review of credit extended to customers within the normal credit review process. Advise and propose the appropriate customer credit limit. Determine if any risk mitigation instrument is required and propose the most appropriate option. Preparation and review of credit requests over threshold values. Development and monitoring of monthly credit reporting. Determination and review of customers placed on credit hold. Minimum Requirements Bachelor’s in business administration or Professional credit management qualification highly preferred. Maths, Economy, Finance or any relevant Degree. Optional 2+ years of international credit experience inclusive of all aspects of credit management and/or cash collections. Fluent in English with a second European language a bonus. Knowledge and understanding of overall OTC (Order To Cash) processes. Experience in analysing data and working with Emerging Markets preferred. Experience working with financial instruments, i.e. credit insurance, LC’s, guarantees, etc. Experience in reading and analysing customer financial statements. Prior recent experience working in a captive SSC environment preferred. Experience with 3rd party outsource providers preferred. Strong ability to interact with internal and external parties at Senior Management levels. Attentive to detail with a propensity for continuous improvement and standardisation. SAP ERP experience is a plus and Advanced Excel skills. Main Responsibilities Include: Perform day to day shared services credit, cash collections and cash application functions within the defined process standards working across captive and outsourced teams. Analyse and review credit assessment and terms provided to existing and new customers. Credit management and risk mitigation leveraging financial instruments, i.e. credit insurance, letters of credit, bank guarantee, etc. Manage the Bad Debt Reserve calculation process and seek for improvements. Perform collection reviews with the regions as well as the required follow-ups. Drive cash collections for the portfolio under management. Analyse and Review the cash collections performance. Meet the agreed performance measures, KPIs, and goal setting processes. Prepare and review monthly performance reports. Oversee the cash application activities performed by the 3rd party provider. Ensure that the customer payments are adequately allocated. Assist management in performing, facilitating, and reviewing day to day credit and cash collections activity within the shared services centre and the 3rd party provider. Have a high level of understanding of the commercial operations, build and maintain an excellent relationship with commercial stakeholders such as Area General Managers, Area Controllers, Regional and Divisional Finance Directors. Standardise the credit and collections processes and services to the regional shared service organization. Provide support in the maintenance, review and update of the global standard credit and collections processes, to meet the needs of the shared services stakeholders. Create, review and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Evaluate best practices with global peers and develop improvement suggestions. Assist management in developing and reviewing performance results for credit and accounts receivable processes in the region. Ensure integrity of internal controls, in partnership with the compliance team. Support internal and external audit queries. Provide oversight and support for responses to and remediation of audit findings, across internal and 3rd party outsource service providers, as required. What We Offer Attractive compensation package that includes competitive pay and structure Bonus , as well as benefits such as: Private Health Insurance for you and your family. Occupational Pension Scheme with an excellence contribution rate. Bonus Target. Life assurance. Career Development. Growing business plus access to many more benefits. Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/company/abbott-/, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal. For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below. #J-18808-Ljbffr
