Finance & Cost Accountant

Your new company A leading global medical technology company is seeking a Finance and Cost Accountant for their Manufacturing Plant in North Dublin. This will suit an ambitious professional looking for the next step in their career, with a passion for healthcare innovation and a commitment to continuous improvement in the finance function. Your new role The role offers a flexible and dynamic environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth. This role involves preparing journal entries and account reconciliations, conducting margin variance analysis, and monitoring standard cost variances. Responsibilities also include participating in monthly close activities, calculating standard product costs in SAP, and driving process improvements in cost accounting. The position requires providing finance guidance for pricing simulations, ensuring timely SAP closing and reporting, and acting as a business partner across the manufacturing site. The ideal candidate is an ambitious professional passionate about healthcare innovation and continuous improvement in the finance function. What you'll need to succeed The ideal candidate for the Finance and Cost Accountant position should have a professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, or ACA) and 3-5 years of cost accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment. They must excel in delivering information and financial support, be self-motivated, and capable of working independently. Strong knowledge of lean initiatives and continuous improvement, excellent interpersonal and leadership skills, and advanced Excel proficiency are essential. Experience in a multinational environment, familiarity with SAP and IFRS, and proficiency in intelligence reporting tools like Power BI, process automation, and design optimisation are also advantageous. What you'll get in return The Finance and Cost Accountant role offers a comprehensive benefits package, including 25 days of annual leave and flexible working hours. After probation, employees receive 90% reimbursement of medical expenses and private health insurance for themselves and dependents. Additional perks include a Christmas voucher, an attendance bonus, a defined contribution pension plan, and service awards. Life assurance is provided at four times the basic salary from the start date. Employees also enjoy subsidised cafeteria facilities, free car parking, and access to a sports and social membership with a gym, sauna, games room, and various sports facilities. They are offering a salary of €70,000 - €80,000 depending on your experience. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Ireland is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment (Ireland) Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be Skills: Financial Accountant Accountant Qualified Accountant Benefits: €70 000 - €80 000