Accounting Senior Analyst

Position Overview

In collaboration with our US, UK, India and Ireland based finance stakeholders, we are seeking a detail-oriented and analytically strong Accounting Analyst to join our Ireland finance team. This role, based in India, will support our operations in Ireland, requiring a strong understanding of Irish accounting standards, tax regulations, and compliance frameworks. The ideal candidate will be responsible for preparing monthly and quarterly financials, tracking costs, supporting audits, and ensuring accurate tax reporting in line with Irish laws. The role will have dual reporting responsibilities, reporting directly into the International accounting leadership, with a dotted line report into the finance lead in Ireland and the EGSS team based in the United States. The role will be physically located in Hyderabad.

Responsibilities

Financial Reporting:

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with Irish GAAP
• Ensure timely and accurate statutory and management reporting for Irish entities

Cost Tracking & Analysis:

• Monitor and analyze operational and overhead costs
• Provide variance analysis and cost insights to support budgeting and forecasting

Tax Compliance:

• Assist in the preparation and submission of Irish VAT, corporate tax, and payroll tax filings
• Liaise with tax advisors and internal teams to ensure compliance with Irish tax laws

General Accounting:

• Maintain general ledger accuracy and perform reconciliations
• Support month-end and year-end close processes
• Assist with intercompany transactions and reconciliations

Audit & Controls:

• Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation and responding to queries
• Ensure adherence to SOX controls and internal financial policies

Process Improvement:

• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve reporting efficiency
• Support automation initiatives and ERP enhancements

Qualifications

Experience/Knowledge, Education and Other Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 3–6 years of experience in accounting or financial reporting, preferably supporting international entities
• Strong knowledge of Irish accounting standards, tax regulations, and compliance requirements
• Experience with VAT, corporate tax, and payroll tax in Ireland is highly desirable
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Net Suite)
• Strong Excel skills and familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI)
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills

Personal Competencies Required:

• Team player who has a hands-on approach to achieving objectives with ability to connect, influence and motivate self and others
• Analytical, well-organised, results oriented individual with a drive for continuous improvement
• Flexibility with the ability to prioritize work to ensure tight deadlines are met
• Responsible individual who is used to dealing with people at all levels of the organization
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Attention to detail and accuracy

Location & Hours of Work

Hyderabad, Telangana, India (Hybrid/In the office)

Equal Opportunity Statement

Evernorth is an Equal Opportunity Employer actively encouraging and supporting organization-wide involvement of staff in diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts to educate, inform and advance both internal practices and external work with diverse client populations.

About Evernorth Health Services

Evernorth Health Services, a division of The Cigna Group, creates pharmacy, care and benefit solutions to improve health and increase vitality. We relentlessly innovate to make the prediction, prevention and treatment of illness and disease more accessible to millions of people. Join us in driving growth and improving lives. Doing something meaningful starts with a simple decision, a commitment to changing lives. At The Cigna Group, we're dedicated to improving the health and vitality of those we serve. Through our divisions Cigna Healthcare and Evernorth Health Services, we are committed to enhancing the lives of our clients, customers and patients. Join us in driving growth and improving lives.