About the role:

Flogas Ireland has an exciting opportunity for a Financial Accountant, to join on a permanent position within our finance team supporting the LPG business.

This is a critical role within the finance function, ensuring that best practice financial reporting is in place, that company assets are safeguarded and that the company is operating on a tax compliant basis.

This role will initially be based in our head office in Drogheda, Louth, but will be relocating to our brand new offices in Dublin Airport Central in the New Year.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Reporting & Working Capital Management 

• Monthly financial reporting for the LPG business
• Supporting the budgeting & forecasting processes
• Managing & reporting of key business metrics 
• Analysis of all overheads 
• Maintenance and management of fixed asset register and capital approval process
• Management of business lease register
• Ensuring the company is tax compliant and all returns are submitted accurately and on time 
• Support with internal and external audits
• Ad-hoc project work will be ongoing 

Business partnering

• Working closely with business leaders and other departments on an ongoing basis
• Attend business reviews, identify budget variances and work with the business to recommend solutions and recovery plans where appropriate.

Systems & Controls 

• Evaluate and implement effective controls to ensure that they are adequate to protect the assets, profitability and cash flow 
• Support the business teams through implementation, monitoring and ongoing improvement of the Finance system processes to meet business needs in an efficient and effective manner

Candidate Profile:

The ideal candidate is a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with a minimum of 3 years' post-qualification experience (PQE). They possess excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. The candidate has strong communication skills and demonstrates the ability to take ownership and responsibility for their role. They exhibit strong attention to detail and possess excellent IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Excel, with experience in ERP systems. The candidate works well under pressure, is deadline-oriented, and has a flexible working attitude. Experience in the energy sector would be an advantage but is not essential.

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
• 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.