My client, based in Clonmel, is seeking a dynamic Senior Accountant who is eager to grow within a manufacturing environment and engage at a senior level across multiple factory locations.
Competitive salary and benefits package for the successful candidate.
Key Responsibilities: Prepare and review monthly management accounts to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and appropriate supporting documentation.
Compile and analyse weekly production reports, including variance analysis for management insights.
Assess and compare standard costing versus actual costings for all products.
Manage intercompany recharges, including communication, posting, and reconciliation of intercompany accounts.
Prepare and submit all regulatory, tax, and statistical returns within required deadlines.
Assist the Finance Manager in the preparation of annual budgets.
Oversee stock control and reconciliations across multiple stock locations.
Contribute to the implementation, maintenance, and improvement of the stock management system and IT system developments.
Liaise with external auditors as required.
Work closely with the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) to ensure financial alignment with business objectives.
Maintain a strong financial control environment at all times.
Continuously review, improve, and automate standardized finance processes.
Support in the preparation of grants and R&D tax credit claims.
Lead and develop the AR/AP team, ensuring performance management and professional development.
Act as the escalation point for more complex AP/AR issues.
Contribute to finance team initiatives and handle ad hoc reporting as needed.
Key Requirements: ACA/ACCA/CPA/CIMA qualified accountant with 1-2 years of industry experience in a similar role.
Proven leadership skills to oversee and develop the accounting administration team.
Strong IT proficiency, particularly in Excel; knowledge of Insight is an advantage.
Strong interest in the manufacturing sector with a willingness to learn and grow.
Excellent communication skills, both in-person and over the phone, with the ability to engage directly with Operations and Supply Chain teams.
Highly accurate and detail-oriented when handling financial data.
Ambitious and professional, with the ability to lead by example.
A positive influencer who fosters a collaborative and motivating work environment.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, meeting tight deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on accuracy and efficiency.
Flexible and adaptable, willing to take on new challenges.
A proactive team player who can also work independently.
Skills: ACCA ACA CIMA Industry Manufacturing People Management