Finance Manager - Ticketing Operations (SPC) - Dublin

Finance Manager - Ticketing Operations (SPC) - Dublin

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Location: Ireland / Dublin

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship: NO

Business Area: SaT

Contract Type: Full-Time – SPC

The organisation is currently undertaking a major business transformation programme, supported by the implementation of a unified finance solution. This initiative will consolidate four existing finance systems into a single platform, designed to accommodate future growth and align with a new finance operating model.

The Finance Manager – Ticketing Technology will play a pivotal role in supporting daily operations, refining finance policies and procedures, managing reconciliations, and contributing to financial reporting. This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape new schemes and initiatives, drive process improvement, and contribute to strategic transformation.

Your key responsibilities:

1. Policies, Procedures & Process Improvement

• Review and update finance policy documents using new templates to reflect ERP and scheme changes.
• Lead documentation of key financial controls within Ticketing Technology Finance.
• Provide finance input on system development and upgrades.
• Contribute to the development of internal finance tools and reporting.
• Drive implementation of improved analysis and reporting tools.

2. Ticketing Operations

• Lead process reviews and improvements.
• Assist in evaluating monthly financial controls.
• Address issues collaboratively with internal/external stakeholders.
• Administer payments to scheme participants.
• Ensure prompt and accurate transaction processing.
• Monitor cash flow and working capital.
• Participate in automation projects to streamline operations.

3. Month-End Reconciliations

• Complete and review monthly reconciliations and investigate variances.
• Manage balance sheet and intercompany reconciliations.
• Support the shift from manual to systemised processes.
• Ensure standardisation and alignment of reconciliation activities.
• Assist in preparing monthly management accounts and variance analyses.

4. Additional Duties

• Generate and present monthly KPI reports.
• Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Support audit processes and liaise with auditors.
• Promote a positive, professional working environment through strong business partnering.

To qualify for the role, you must have:

• Experience in financial management with strong internal controls.
• Audit experience beneficial.
• Skilled in managing service providers.
• Strong report writing and analytical skills.
• Excellent organisation, time management, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Effective communicator and stakeholder manager.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Ideally, you will also have:

• Professionally qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
• Strong attention to detail.
• Experience in drafting policy and process documentation.
• Skilled in management accounts, reconciliations, and financial statements.
• Familiarity with multiple financial systems.

What working at EY offers:

• We offer a competitive remuneration package. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions.
• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that's right for you

All our employees are given a benefits package which they can tailor to suit their individual preferences. Our range of benefits include:

• Pension
• Discounted health insurance
• Web Doctor - Free unlimited online GP consultations for you and your family
• The purchase of additional annual leave
• Hybrid Working
• Free Gym membership
• Travel Pass
• Maternity & Paternity leave
• Bike to work Scheme
• Recognition Awards
• Cash incentives for referrals
• Work Mobile
• TECH MBA paid by EY
• Wellness rooms Available in some offices

EY is committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities.

Career Progression

• When you join EY, you will be supported to ensure that you are enhancing your skills from day one.
• Continuous learning, where you can develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• As you grow and develop here, you'll discover opportunities to help customise your career journey, so that it's as unique as you are - success is defined by you, we will provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership, we will give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture, you will be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
• We have embraced Hybrid working at EY adding greater flexibility and autonomy to the roles of our employees.

About EY

As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we're using the finance products, expertise and systems we've developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.

Inclusion & Diversity

1. We hold a collective commitment to foster an environment where all differences are valued and respected, practices are equitable and everyone experiences a sense of belonging: Inclusion, diversity, and equity are part of who we are at EY. We believe that the highest-performing teams maximize the power of different perspectives and backgrounds. These teams are both diverse and inclusive and are willing to invite and learn from other perspectives. Our ability to include various viewpoints into our mindsets, behaviours and operations is fundamental to driving innovation, building strong relationships, and delivering the best solutions for our clients.
2. We recognise the strength that comes from having a diverse workforce and building a culture where we support all our people to achieve their potential. You'll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
3. As an equal opportunities' employer, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Reasonable accommodations are offered at every stage of our recruitment process.

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today. To help create the best experience during the recruitment process, please describe any disability-related adjustments or accommodations you may need.

If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

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