Accounting Specialist
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 20, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 9, 2026. Itron scores A on the Alion truth index.
Itron is innovating new ways for utilities and cities to manage energy and water. We create a more resourceful world to protect essential resources for today and tomorrow. Join us.
Itron’s Global Business Centre (GBS) in Cork is responsible for end-to-end activities for International Accounting. Our Senior Accountant reports to one of our County Controller Accounting Managers and will take ownership or part ownership of one or more entities within EMEA.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Responsible for the timely and accurate review and posting of month end close and accounting transactions; P&L and balance sheet account analysis, review, reconciliation and resolution.
- Responsible for ensuring that financial records are in compliance with US and Local GAAP.
- Support SOX Compliance, and internal/external audits within GBS working closely with advisors and auditors
- Responsible for the timely preparation of local statutory accounts, direct/corporate tax returns and tax provision calculations.
- Achieve targets for high performance that meet or exceed Service Level Agreements
- Complete monthly and quarterly fluctuation analysis and reporting for Corporate HQ for the entities under your responsibility.
- Ensure the ongoing implementation & integrity of all accounting transactions, including complex transactions, per agreed processes, procedures, and controls
- Actively participate in a continuous improvement culture through analysing accounting processes and procedures for greater efficiency and work with the team to generate and implement solutions
- Build relationships with and key support contacts in EMEA and within the wider GBS team
- Meet individual objectives and contribute to the achievement of the team’s overall objectives
- Ad-hoc project work as required.
- Available for limited travel when necessary
Required Skills & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, Qualified Accountant with an ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA or similar.
- Relevant experience in Accounting, Financial Reporting, Controllership, or a related finance function.
- Knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS.
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Oracle or similar.
- Previous experience in fast paced multinational environments, previous experience in Shared Service Centre is preferred.
What We Offer
- Purpose: Opportunity to create a more resourceful world by working on the 21st century’s biggest challenges: managing water, energy, and gas.
- Career: Exposure to a global organization with opportunities for professional growth and cross-functional collaboration.
- Development: Study support, continuous learning opportunities, and sponsorship of relevant professional memberships and subscriptions.
- Benefits: Competitive compensation package including private health insurance, company pension plan, hybrid working arrangements, and additional local benefits.
Depending on your experience, this role is expected to offer between gross 60,000 EUR and70,000 EUR annually. We review compensation regularly to stay competitive in the market.
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Itron is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and providing an authentic workplace experience for all employees. If you are excited about this role but your past experiences don't perfectly align with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. In the end, you may be just who we are looking for!
The successful candidate's starting wage will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience.
Itron is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require an accommodation to apply, please contact a recruiting representative at 1-800-635-5461 or email [email protected].
Itron is transforming how the world manages energy, water and city services. Our trusted intelligent infrastructure solutions help utilities and cities improve efficiency, build resilience and deliver safe, reliable and affordable service. With edge intelligence, we connect people, data insights and devices so communities can better manage the essential resources they rely on to live. Join us as we create a more resourceful world: www.itron.com