Commercial Financial Analyst

C&D Foods and its affiliates are one of the largest pet food manufacturers in Europe, offering specially-formulated cat and dog food for the private label market. Founded in 1969, C&D Foods and its affiliates have grown to become one of the industry's leading pet food producers with eight manufacturing sites across Europe supplying quality products to customers around the world. We provide a one-stop-shop for all our customer's wet and dry pet food needs, from large-scale, low-cost highly-automated facilities to multi-purpose, smaller volume flexible sites.

Through our dedicated Nutrition & Research Centre and focus on continuous improvement, we've developed a reputation for innovation, collaboration, quality and market expertise. The role of Commercial Financial Analyst is dedicated to the Meat Handling Business Unit (MHBU) and is responsible for supporting the General Manager (GM), and the manufacturing site financial teams, in all finance related matters for the business unit. They are an integral member of the MHBU management team and will be instrumental in the delivery of accurate financial reporting to the business unit.

This role will act as a deputy to the General Manager and will have responsibility for preparing regular accounts from sites and working closely with the GM on procurement analysis and forecasting. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Support preparation & review of the weekly & monthly MHBU financial accounts - in conjunction with the site financial teams. Preparation of variance analysis & commentary on weekly and monthly accounts. Involvement in commercial projects to facilitate improved business performance. Ownership and approval of all system standard pricing updates. Update and maintain financial systems. Ensuring balance sheet reconciliations are up to date and accurate.

Streamlining processes, system improvements and involvement in the implementation of ERP system. Supporting & assisting in annual budget preparation. Assisting with the internal & external audits. Site project involvement, e. g. new building or new machinery acquisition for new product launch. Report preparation and analysis to input to Buy/Sell decision-making processManaging CAPEX, and associated queriesTrack and analysis of weekly and monthly results for both profit and productionPrepare bi-monthly Board meeting minutesWork closely with the GM, Suppliers and Procurement TeamOther ad hoc projects as required from time to time.

Personal Competencies And Qualifications2 years post accounting qualification or equivalent industry experienceCommercial mindset Strong interpersonal skills that can be leveraged in developing relationships inside and outside the businessProactive attitude and can work independently and autonomouslyThis role is based in Mullingar and will involve travel to other European sites