Cost Accountant, Dublin Pike

Overview My client a well-established Irish food manufacturing business is seeking a Cost Accountant to join the team on a permanent basis.

This is a key role supporting operational and commercial decision-making, with a focus on product costing, margin analysis, and manufacturing performance in a fast-paced high growth environment.

Costing&Margin Analysis

Maintain accurate product and cost data (materials, labour, overheads)

Analyse product and customer margins, identifying key drivers

Support pricing decisions with scenario modelling and cost analysis

Assist with new product costings and ongoing product changes

Manufacturing Performance

Analyse production variances (materials, labour, waste, yield)

Partner with site teams to identify cost savings and efficiency improvements

Track key metrics such as waste, yield, and operational efficiency

Inventory&Month-End

Support month-end close across inventory, WIP and cost of sales

Assist with stocktakes and inventory reconciliation

Ensure accurate inventory valuation and controls

Systems&Reporting

Maintain costing data within ERP systems

Work closely with Procurement to reflect price and supplier changes

Prepare clear reports for finance and operational stakeholders

Support audit and compliance requirements

Key Requirements

Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)

Experience in manufacturing or FMCG (highly desirable)

Strong understanding of costing, variance analysis and inventory

Advanced Excel skills and ERP exposure

Excellent communication skills with the ability to partner across teams

Personal Profile

Hands-on and detail-oriented

Strong team player with a proactive mindset

Comfortable working in a fast-paced, site-based environment

Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage priorities

What Success Looks Like

Accurate and timely costings and reporting

Clear insights and recommendations to improve margins

Strong control of inventory and financial data

Effective collaboration with operations and commercial teams

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