Trainee Accountant - 3 year FTC - Canada Life Group Services

Full Time Fixed Term Contractposition Hybrid role based in our City Centre offices What we offer We have embraced a hybrid working model for most of our positions, which means that you can enjoy a balanced approach of working from home for part of the week and working from the office for the remainder of the week. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including competitive salaries and bonuses, robust Learning and Development support, excellent Defined Contribution pension and comprehensive Wellbeing initiatives and support to name but a few. Further details on our benefits package can be accessed here Benefits (life- The Role Trainee accounting role within the European Technology Finance team. This role will rotate between the multiple disciplines within the team, therefore gaining a broad knowledge and skills. You will receive competitive remuneration and a comprehensive study package which will include tutorial and exam fees, study leave and access to a mentor. The Team The role will be part of a team providing financial business partnering, budgeting, management accounting, reporting and forecasting services to the wider organisation. This team provides financial objectivity, challenge and insight into European Technology's finances and the performance of technology change programmes. It provides Senior Leaders with support making effective decisions that drive business performance and the achievement of the division's financial and strategic objectives. Role Responsibilities Engage with European Technology Change teams to understand and report on project performance and prepare monthly financial outlooks Support in monthly management accounts process & reporting, including participation in forecasting and budgeting process Analyse month end variances and investigate drivers. Account for accruals and prepayments Produce recurring and ad-hoc financial analysis to support management decision making Report on fixed assets in line with company accounting policies Assist with accounting system developments and process improvement / automation initiatives Ensure compliance with corporate and regulatory guidelines for accounting procedures Report and reconcile Intercompany positions Support headcount and taxation reporting needs of the business Necessary Skills and Qualifications A relevant third level degree (Accountancy / Business related a bonus) with 2.1 Honours (preferred), who has commenced / is about to commence studying towards ACCA qualification The successful candidate will have a high level of self-motivation. Enthusiastic and able to represent the company in a professional manner. Good attention to detail and good interpersonal skills Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Strong communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written Good experience and understanding of Microsoft Office Key Competencies Communication and Influencing Drive for Results Problem Solving and Decision Making Planning and Organising Team Working and Cross Functional Collaboration About us Canada Life Group is the top-level European holding company for the Great-West Lifeco Group's European insurance, reinsurance, and asset management companies, with business operations in the UK, Ireland, Germany, and the Isle of Man. European Technology sits within Canada Life Group and encompasses the technology community across all European entities, Irish Life Group, Canada Life UK, Canada Life Europe, and Central Technology Services. European Technology supports the business strategy and collaboration of technology across all European divisions. There are multiple IT units within European Technology, each of which has its own individual set of technology platforms. Central Technology Services (CTS) provides IT infrastructure and security operations services to Europe. The company reserves the right to draw up a shortlist as part of the selection process. Where Agency assistance is required the Canada Life Recruitment Team will engage directly with suppliers. Unsolicited CVs / profiles supplied to Canada Life by Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this role. Canada Life Group Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunities employer. We have created an environment of inclusion and growth to help people achieve their potential, to ensure they can bring their whole selves to work and to feel valued. We celebrate diversity of thought and perspective and want all of our employees to feel valued, respected and supported. We have built a culture that promotes equality and inclusion for all of our current and future employees and strive to ensure that our behaviours, processes and practices are aligned to this culture. If you require any accommodations during the recruitment process please contact and we will be delighted to ensure you are fully supported to be your best. CLGS supports Equal Opportunity and is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process click the Apply button below to Login/Register.