Job Description:
**Accounting Professional - 18 Month Fixed Term Contract**
The Management Accountant plays a critical role in ensuring the financial health of our operations. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for analyzing material usage, reviewing variances, and implementing corrective actions to improve data accuracy. You will work closely with operations teams to drive process improvements and cost reductions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Analyze material usage for variances relating to Raw Materials, Powder, and Packing materials
- Work with operations teams to review usage variances and implement corrective actions to improve data accuracy as required
- Participate in process improvement teams relating to material usage control and LEAN to drive greater data accuracy and reporting and reduce cost of production
- Assist in preparing plans/LBE's quarterly/yearly and load to external systems and tie out to local records
- Ensure relevant monthly reconciliations are prepared and approved
Education and Competencies Required:
- Third-level relevant qualification – Accountancy qualification required with ACA, ACCA, or CIMA designation
- 5 years of experience in manufacturing industry
- 3 years of experience in a cost accounting position
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills required
Additional Information:
This is an 18-month fixed-term contract opportunity.