Financial Planning & Cost Analysis Specialist
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* We are seeking a skilled Financial Planning & Cost Analysis Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have strong financial planning and cost analysis skills, with experience in manufacturing.
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The successful candidate will be responsible for owning product costings, driving efficiency, and partnering with leadership to shape smarter decisions.
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Main Responsibilities:
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1. Business Partnering: Work closely with senior management to support decisions on cost, CAPEX, and innovation.
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2. Cost & Margin Analysis: Own and report on product costings and gross margins, tracking SKU-level performance and identifying profit improvement opportunities.
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3. Performance Reporting: Develop clear KPIs, analyse plant performance, and present actionable insights to stakeholders.
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4. Efficiency Modelling: Build tools to track and improve line and product efficiency.
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5. On-Site Insight: Spend time on the factory floor capturing real-time data to inform costing accuracy.
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Requirements:
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* 3+ years of experience in financial planning or cost accounting in manufacturing.
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* Strong Excel and data analysis skills (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, etc.).
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* Experience with costing, KPIs, forecasting, and efficiency analysis.
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* Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and reporting systems.
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* Sharp attention to detail and a proactive mindset.
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* Possession of a degree in Accounting, Finance, or Food Science.
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* FMCG or food industry experience is beneficial.
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About This Role:
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* This role involves working office hours, 5 days per week.
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* A competitive remuneration package is available.
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* This position requires the ability to work in Ireland without sponsorship.
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Key Skills:
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* Analysis
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* Cost Accounting
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* forecasting
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