Our client in South Wicklow, is seeking a Management Accountant to join their Finance and Purchasing team on a 12-month fixed-term contract.
This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic manufacturing environment with the added benefit of hybrid working and flexible hours once the induction period is complete.
Compensation: €65,000 - €80,000 DOE Pension Scheme Healthcare Flexitime Hybrid working (after the onboarding period) Key Responsibilities: Act as a business partner between Finance and Operations, supporting overhead and capital expenditure budgets.
Support the controlling team with manufacturing and standard costing processes.
Assist in the preparation of the annual budget, including analysis of actual site costs to monitor performance, control expenditure, and establish stock valuation.
Contribute to the development of standard costs for future years, aligning with forecasted Bills of Materials (BOM) and routing updates.
Provide insight for forecasting by analysing trends, identifying impacts, and making recommendations to support business decisions.
Prepare monthly variance analysis with clear, actionable commentary.
Create new product costings and support the new product development process.
Support the Head of Finance & Purchasing with ad hoc duties related to costing, reporting, and budget management.
Requirements: Qualified accountant (CIMA / ACCA / CPA) Highly organised, proactive, and adaptable with strong problem-solving abilities.
An excellent communicator who can work effectively across multiple teams.
Comfortable in a fast-paced environment, able to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
Experienced in costing, analysis, and financial reporting.
Strong MS Office skills and previous ERP system experience Manufacturing industry experience would be very beneficial.
Skills: Variance analysis stock valuation manufacturing industry experience Benefits: Work From Home Pension hybrid working