Job Opportunity
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Perform Recruitment is seeking an experienced cost accountant to join a well-established food manufacturing company based in Drogheda. This role offers a unique blend of strategic and operational responsibilities, ideal for someone with strong analytical skills and commercial acumen.
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The successful candidate will play a key part in driving efficiency improvements, supporting business decision-making, and enhancing financial processes across the organization.
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Key Responsibilities:
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2. Partner with factory teams to identify areas for cost reduction and performance improvement.
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3. Develop and maintain detailed financial models to inform business decisions.
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4. Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide regular reporting to stakeholders.
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5. Own product costing and gross margin analysis by SKU.
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6. Maintain accurate bills of materials (BOMs) and costing inputs.
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7. Support pricing and new product launches through collaboration with commercial and finance teams.
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8. Reconcile margin analysis across financial and commercial reports.
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9. Contribute to ongoing cost-reduction initiatives and systems improvement projects.
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10. Enhance reporting tools and automate processes for greater efficiency.
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11. Support capital expenditure evaluations and provide clear financial recommendations.
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12. Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders across the organization.
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13. Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in cost accounting and financial management.
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14. Communicate effectively with non-financial stakeholders to ensure clear understanding of financial data and analysis.
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15. Provide high-quality financial analysis and insights to inform business decisions.
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16. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive business growth and improve financial performance.
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17. Manage multiple priorities and deadlines while maintaining attention to detail and quality of work.
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18. Develop and maintain a deep understanding of the organization's financial systems and processes.
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19. Identify and capitalize on opportunities for process improvement and efficiency gains.
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20. Lead by example and promote a culture of excellence, integrity, and teamwork within the organization.
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21. Stay current with changing regulatory requirements and industry standards.
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22. Proactively seek opportunities for professional development and growth within the organization.
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Requirements:
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23. 3+ years of experience in cost accounting, financial planning, or manufacturing finance.
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24. Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, data analysis, and simulations.
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25. Strong experience in variance analysis, budgeting, and financial modeling.
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26. Deep understanding of manufacturing cost structures and lean principles.
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27. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
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28. Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
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29. Experience with BI tools like Power BI, Qlik Sense, Tableau, or SQL.
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30. Background in FMCG or food manufacturing.
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31. Involvement in system implementations or automation projects.
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32. Certification in Cost Accounting or Financial Management.
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What We Offer:
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33. A competitive salary based on experience.
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34. A supportive and collaborative work environment.
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35. On-site parking and a structured Monday-Friday schedule.
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36. Opportunities for professional growth and development.
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37. A chance to make a real impact in a growing and quality-focused manufacturing company.
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38. A dynamic and fast-paced work environment.
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39. A team-oriented culture with a focus on collaboration and mutual respect.
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How to Apply:
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Apply today through Perform Recruitment to be considered for this exciting opportunity.
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