We are delighted to partner with a well-known and highly respected indigenous Irish food manufacturing organisation to recruit a Finance Manager for their growing operation in West Waterford. This is a superb opportunity for a Senior Accountant ready to step into a leadership role within a commercially focused, fast-paced manufacturing environment. You'll work closely with a highly experienced Finance Director and play a key role in driving financial performance, systems improvements, and operational efficiency across the business.
The Role
Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you will lead a finance team of four and take ownership of the day-to-day financial operations while supporting strategic decision-making at senior level. A strong focus of this role will be on process improvement, automation, and system optimisation, helping modernise and streamline finance operations.
Key Responsibilities
1. Lead and develop a high-performing finance team (4 direct reports)
2. Oversee monthly management accounts, budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis
3. Drive automation and continuous improvement of finance systems and processes
4. Partner with operations and commercial teams to support business performance
5. Manage audits, statutory accounts and compliance requirements
6. Act as finance lead and internal POC for outsourced IT providers
7. Support strategic projects and senior leadership initiatives
8. Act as the internal point of contact for outsourced IT
The Ideal Candidate
9. Qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with 5+ years PQE
10. Currently operating at Senior Accountant / Finance Manager level
11. Proven people management experience
12. Background in manufacturing, FMCG, or similar operational environments advantageous
13. Strong systems, process improvement and automation mindset
14. Commercially astute with strong stakeholder engagement skills
The Package
15. Highly competitive base salary
16. Performance-related bonus
17. Employer pension contribution
18. Onsite role initially, with hybrid working potential post-probation
19. Excellent career progression opportunity within a respected Irish business
Why Apply?
This is a rare opportunity to join a stable, successful and proudly Irish organisation with a strong culture, long-term growth plans and a genuine commitment to developing its people. If you're ready to step up into a broad, impactful leadership role, this could be the move you've been waiting for.
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