Financial Accountant

Sigmar Recruitment; Longford; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Visible finance role

Exposure to costing and budgeting

Finance-ops collaboration

Cost control impact

Professional development

Job summary

Sigmar Recruitment is assisting a Longford-based manufacturing client in finding a Financial Accountant to join the team on a full-time basis. The role focuses on both accounting and manufacturing work, providing critical financial insight and cost control support to drive operational efficiency.

The successful candidate will manage bank reconciliations, produce financial reports, oversee production costing and support month-end close, working closely with production teams to enhance stock

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline.
• Experience as Management Accountant, Cost Accountant or Assistant Accountant or similar role.
• Strong Excel skills with data analysis and reporting capabilities.
• Experience in manufacturing or stock-intensive environments is advantageous.
• Familiarity with ERP and accounting systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily bank reconciliations and related finance administration.
• Prepare, analyse and present financial reports to support decisions.
• Oversee production costing, cost analysis and productivity reporting.
• Carry out variance analysis and inventory reconciliations to maintain stock records.
• Support month-end close processes and management accounts.
• Collaborate with production and operations to improve stock accuracy and cost control.
• Prepare budgets and forecasts on a regular basis.
• Provide clear financial insight and commentary to support performance.

Skills

Excel advanced

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Independent worker

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Financial Accountant – Longford

About The Company

Our client is a well-established and growing manufacturing organisation based in Longford. The company is committed to operational excellence, strong financial governance and continuous improvement across its production and support functions.

As part of a collaborative and performance-focused environment, the finance team plays a central role in supporting both strategic decisions and day-to-day operations. Joining this organisation means working closely with production teams, contributing to meaningful business outcomes and gaining broad exposure across manufacturing, costing, and financial reporting.

The Work

As the Financial Accountant, you will take on a key office-based role that supports both the accounting and manufacturing sides of the business. You will provide critical financial insight, help drive cost efficiency and ensure accurate reporting to support operational and strategic decision-making.

• Manage daily bank reconciliations and associated finance administration activities.
• Prepare, analyse and present financial reports to support business decisions and performance reviews.
• Oversee production costing, cost analysis and productivity reporting to improve cost control.
• Carry out variance analysis and inventory reconciliations to maintain accurate stock records.
• Support month-end close processes, including preparation of management accounts.
• Work closely with production and operations teams to enhance stock accuracy and cost management.
• Prepare budgets and forecasts on a regular basis, contributing to financial planning.
• Provide clear financial insight and commentary to support both financial and operational performance.

The Person

The ideal candidate is a detail-focused and commercially aware finance professional who enjoys collaborating with both finance and operational teams in a manufacturing environment.

• Degree or qualification in Accounting, Finance, Business or a related discipline.
• Experience working as a Management Accountant, Cost Accountant, Assistant Accountant or in a similar finance role.
• Strong Excel skills with advanced capability for data analysis and reporting.
• Experience within manufacturing or a stock-intensive environment is advantageous.
• Background in production costing, financial analysis or inventory management would be beneficial.
• Familiarity with ERP and accounting systems is desirable.
• Ability to build effective working relationships with both finance colleagues and operational teams.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills, with a proactive approach to process improvement.
• Comfortable working independently, managing deadlines and adapting to evolving business needs.

The Benefits

In this role, you will join a growing manufacturing organisation where finance is closely integrated with operations, giving you valuable exposure and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on business performance.

• Opportunity to work in a key, visible finance role within a dynamic manufacturing environment.
• Broad exposure to financial reporting, production costing, stock control and operational performance.
• Collaborative culture with close partnership between finance and production teams.
• Chance to influence cost control, efficiency and decision-making across the business.
• Supportive environment that encourages learning, professional development and career progression.

Diversity & Inclusion Statement

The employer is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities to succeed. Applications are welcome from all qualified candidates, regardless of age, gender, identity, sexual orientation, disability, ethnicity, religion or background. If you have the skills and experience to contribute to this role, you are strongly encouraged to apply.