Elite Talent Hub LTD is a specialist in permanent staffing solutions for clients globally.
Our client is looking for a skilled and motivated Cost Accountant to join their team in Shannon, Co. Clare. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the financial management and decision-making processes of our organization.
As a Cost Accountant, you will be responsible for analysing operational cost data, managing financial systems, and driving consistency in cost accounting practices. You will also support margin analysis, account reconciliations, and continuous process improvements while collaborating with internal and external stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collect and analyse operational cost data to provide financial insights.
- Monitor variances to standard costs, investigate discrepancies, and recommend corrective actions.
- Drive consistency and standardization in cost accounting practices.
- Conduct margin analysis to support business decision-making.
- Manage, develop, and maintain financial systems to meet evolving organizational needs, ensuring efficient procedures.
- Review current system interfaces and propose solutions to streamline processes and reduce manual intervention.
- Perform account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Prepare audit reports and present findings to management.
- Support finance projects and continuous process improvements.
- Liaise with external auditors and professional advisors as required.
- Handle additional tasks as needed to support the finance function.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA).
- Proven hands-on experience in cost accounting or a related role.
- Strong IT and systems proficiency, including advanced Excel and Power BI.
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