Management Accountant

Our client, a leading Irish agri-business, is currently seeking a talented and ambitious Management Accountant. The role will involve responsibility for all financial matters and supporting local management in driving the operational and financial performance. The successful candidate will be commercially orientated and work well within a team. Previous agri-business or manufacturing experience will be beneficial, though not a requirement. Responsibilities Preparation of Weekly Accounts and KPI's for Senior management Preparation of Monthly Management Accounts in SAP Ongoing review and reconciliation of balance sheet control accounts Variance Analysis reporting against budget and standards Liaise directly with external auditors as part of year-end audit Preparation of capital investment proposals (CAPEX) Financial Management of CAPEX projects Preparation of Budgets Oversee the purchase order process Provide support to the operational management and group finance team Continuous Improvement, work closely with local management team to support a culture of continuous and operational improvement, often through Lean projects Weekly payroll review and approval Completion of VAT returns to Revenue Ad-hoc projects as required Required Qualifications: Have a recognised accountancy qualification Be proficient in Excel  Have excellent organisational and time management skills Have excellent communication skills An enthusiasm for Irish agriculture