Job Description

Job Title: Project Financial Accountant

Location: Killarney

Overview

This position sits within the Project Control department of Finance and is focused on the financial analysis and reporting of revenue-generating projects. It is a project-centric role that supports the financial oversight and performance of project portfolios.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare project cashflow projections during the sales offer stage and maintain cashflow across the overall project portfolio.

• Develop and update project P&L forecast reports.

• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and accurate project closure within the ERP system.

• Lead the execution and review of individual project P&L results and report on key findings.

• Conduct in-depth variance analysis between actual project outcomes and budgeted costs in collaboration with other departments.

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance cost control, financial reporting, and trend analysis through advanced analytical tools.

• Compile and deliver monthly departmental reports, ensuring adherence to reporting deadlines.

• Represent the finance department on internal and cross-functional project teams as needed.

Qualifications & Experience

• Professionally qualified accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent) with a minimum of 5 years’ post-qualification experience in a similar analytical or project accounting role.

• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel with demonstrated analytical skills and financial data interrogation capabilities.

• Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and presentation.

• Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities with a proactive and inquisitive mindset.

• Collaborative team player who can also work independently and take ownership of responsibilities.

• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal), with the ability to build constructive relationships across teams and levels of the organisation.

• Experience in the manufacturing or engineering sectors is an advantage but not essential.

Benefits

• Competitive salary

• Pension scheme

• Training and development opportunities

• Subsidised canteen

• Retailer discounts

• Opportunities for travel

• Sports and social club participation

• Cycle-to-work scheme

• Early finish on Fridays