FP&A Accountant Belfast
- Newly created role within a high-performing commercial finance function
- Fast-paced, manufacturing and FMCG environment
- Hybrid working considered
- Competitive salary plus comprehensive benefits package
- Broad commercial exposure with real influence over business decisions
About the Company
Our client is one of the largest and most established food and drink manufacturers on the island of Ireland, supplying major retailers and foodservice customers across the UK, Ireland and international markets. With a broad product portfolio, a strong and growing market position and a culture of continuous improvement, this is a business where finance professionals can make a genuine commercial impact.
The Role
Reporting to the Senior Finance Business Partner, this is a hands-on FP&A role sitting at the intersection of finance, commercial and operations. You will provide financial insight and challenge across the business, support budgeting and forecasting, and work closely with non-finance stakeholders to drive profitability and better decision-making. No two days are the same and the role demands curiosity, pace and a genuine interest in how a manufacturing business works.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and maintain strong relationships with commercial, operational and finance stakeholders across the business
- Interpret, challenge and communicate financial data to drive timely and informed decision-making
- Prepare detailed costings for existing and new product lines
- Support the budgeting, forecasting and five-year planning processes
- Identify and make recommendations on business improvement and profitability enhancement opportunities
- Drive improvements in financial processes and reporting to enable faster, better decisions
- Provide flexible cover and support across the wider finance function as required
What You'll Need
Essential:
- Fully qualified or part-qualified accountant with ICAI, ICAEW, ACCA or CIMA membership
- Strong commercial and business acumen with good financial modelling and data analysis skills
- Confident communicating financial concepts to non-finance stakeholders
- Ambitious, self-motivated and comfortable working under pressure to tight deadlines
- A curious, problem-solving mindset with a genuine interest in manufacturing or FMCG environments
Desirable:
- Experience in a manufacturing or food production business
- Exposure to budgeting and forecasting in a large group environment
Why Apply
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Contributory company pension and life assurance
- Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
- Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
- Strong commitment to learning, development and career progression
For more information, connect with Gemma Murphy on LinkedIn or submit your CV gemma@ochopeople.com
