Finance Analyst
Shannon, Ireland
Full time | Permanant
The Role
The Financial Analyst supports the Specialty Chemical and Materials (SCM) OLED business unit through several accounting and finance activities. The position supports the manufacturing and R&D activities at the manufacturing plant located in Shannon, Ireland. The employee will report directly to the SCM Financial Analysis Manager and collaborate with the OLED & Dye Global Operations Manager to conduct financial analysis, ensure compliance with tax and regulatory requirements, and maintain accurate financial records. SCM is a growth-focused business unit which rolls-up under the Industrial Coatings reporting segment within PPG Industries external reporting.
What we can offer you...
• Competitive starting salary
• Eligible for annual bonus
• Great work life balance
• Work for a global organisation that focuses on its people, offering development & progression opportunities
• Excellent benefits package including health care and staff discounts
Key Responsibilities:
• Provide financial support to the SCM business unit, focused on the rapidly growing OLED business segment, including financial analysis and reporting to key stakeholders.
• Accomplish closing activities in SAP such as journal entries, variance analysis and reporting, production team collaboration, and other activities to support trial balance submission.
• Complete monthly and quarterly account analysis, ensuring accuracy of balance sheet trends.
• Support tax and regulatory requirements on a monthly and annual basis, including Corporate Tax, ROS, RCT, VAT, PAYE/PRSI and R&D Tax Credit.
• Assist with the annual budgeting process, coordinating manufacturing and overhead budgets and loading into SAP.
• Support annual audit requirements, including the preparation of support schedules, providing backup, and coordination with the tax department to ensure the timely filing of annual tax returns.
Education, Knowledge & Experience:
• Fully Qualified Accountant with a recognised body (CIMA, ACA, ACCA or CPA)
• A Minimum of 3 years’ experience at a similar level in a multinational environment.
• Chemical or Pharmaceutical experience is desirable, technical knowledge of production processes and operations.
• High level computer proficient for example, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SAP etc.
Skills & Behaviours:
• Adheres to all site and corporate procedures.
• Excellent level of attendance and punctuality is required.
• Good work ethic and ability to meet assigned tasks, responsibilities, objectives and timelines.
• Excellent organisation and time management; is organised and can prioritise business demands.
• Maintains good working relationships with all colleagues, and treats colleagues with dignity and respect.
• Communication: excellent listening, written, verbal, presentation and interpersonal skills (ability to communicate effectively at all levels and provide clear direction).
• Attention to detail and high level of reporting accuracy with respect to all aspects of the role.
PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
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What We Do
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At PPG (NYSE:PPG), we work every day to develop and deliver the paints, coatings and specialty materials that our customers have trusted for more than 140 years. Through dedication and creativity, we solve our customers’ biggest challenges, collaborating closely to find the right path forward. With headquarters in Pittsburgh, we operate and innovate in more than 70 countries and reported net sales of $18.2 billion in 2023. We serve customers in construction, consumer products, industrial and transportation markets and aftermarkets.
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