Overview
Management Accountant – Waterford
We are currently seeking a Management Accountant to join a leading global organisation and a high-performing and collaborative finance team in Waterford on a fixed-term contract until July/August 2027. This role would suit a qualified accountant looking for exposure to a multinational manufacturing environment, including those coming straight from practice, who are keen to gain strong commercial exposure within a dynamic manufacturing environment. Fully onsite role based in Waterford city.
The Role
Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will play a key role in financial reporting across manufacturing operations, employee benefits, and departmental cost centres. You will partner with operational leaders to support business performance and decision-making and have the opportunity to make a real business impact.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare budgets, quarterly forecasts, and month-end reporting for manufacturing operations and cost centres
Manage financial reporting for employee benefits and departmental budgets
Lead weekly labour cost reporting and variance analysis
Support headcount planning and workforce cost forecasting
Review and sign off on weekly and monthly payroll
Support SOX and statutory audits
Deliver ad hoc costing and financial analysis to support management decisions
Ensure compliance with corporate finance policies, U.S. GAAP, and SOX requirements
About You
Qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
Open to newly qualified accountants from practice or those with industry experience
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Strong systems and Excel capability
SOX experience advantageous but not essential
Why Join?
Long-term contract stability through 2027
Supportive and collaborative finance team culture
Excellent exposure to operations and senior stakeholders
Strong development opportunity for accountants transitioning from practice
Contact
For a confidential discussion and more information on the role, please contact Michael O’Brien. 021-4809118
michael.obrien@collinsmcnicholas.ie
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