Assistant Accountant -Co. Kildare (6-9 Month Contract), North Kildare

Job Title : Assistant Accountant

Contract - 6-9months

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Assistant Accountant or Part-Qualified Accountant to join our client on a 6-month maternity cover contract.

This role is ideal for someone with strong analytical skills and a solid foundation in management accounting who is looking to gain further experience in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities :

Prepare the weekly site P&L report, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery to stakeholders

Review weekly and monthly overhead spending and report variances against budget and forecast

Analyze weekly distribution costs, identifying key drivers of variance against budget and forecast

Issue weekly waste reports and maintain and review obsolete stock provision

Ensure accurate and complete stock valuation on the balance sheet for all locations

Coordinate and manage quarterly stock count audits, ensuring compliance and accuracy

Prepare monthly accruals and prepayments for overhead costs

Preparation of budgeted and forecasted overhead spends for the sites

Participate in ad hoc financial projects and initiatives as required, contributing to continuous improvement and business support

The Package

Qualifications & Experience :

Minimum two years' experience in a similar role, ideally within the FMCG industry

Part-qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA) is desirable

Strong understanding of management accounting principles

Experience with accruals, prepayments, budgeting, and forecasting

Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems

Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Familiarity with stock audits and reconciliations

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