Overview

Finance Analyst/ Operations Management Accountant

Lir Chocolates, Navan, County Meath, Ireland

Lir Chocolates is looking for a proactive and hands-on Finance Analyst/ Operations Management Accountant to join our on‑site Finance team at our chocolate factory in Navan.

Reporting to the Head of Operational Finance (Confectionery), you will play a key part in delivering accurate financial reporting, driving operational insights and supporting site performance. You will work across monthly management accounting, performance analysis, forecasting, budgeting, and operational cost reviews. This role would someone who is already established in their finance career and enjoys a blend of analysis, operational support, and practical day‑to‑day financial tasks.

Position type: Full time, permanent

Hours: Monday - Friday, 08:30 - 17:00 (40 hours per week)

Closing Date: 27/02/2026

Responsibilities

Produce accurate monthly management accounts to group standards and deadlines
Analyse month‑end results and prepare operational commentary
Review material and labour variances (wastage, efficiencies, rate impacts)
Manage overhead cost centres and support weekly reviews with Operations
Deliver weekly/monthly performance KPIs and dashboard reporting
Attend daily and weekly operations meetings as Finance partner to the SLT
Work proactively with Operations to identify improvement and savings opportunities
Track CAPEX spend and support financial planning for site projects
Lead the Budget process for the site operations
Prepare monthly and quarterly reforecasts
Support year‑end audit activities
Maintain Balance Sheet reconciliations
Support Accounts Team with invoicing as required
Identify opportunities to streamline and improve financial processes

Qualifications

Experience in a Finance Analyst, Management Accountant or similar role
Strong technical grounding in month‑end processes and financial analysis
Comfortable with routine tasks as well as more complex analysis
Strong Excel skills and confidence working with data
Effective communicator, able to partner with operational teams on‑site
Part‑qualified qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) desirable
Someone who wants to stay close to the detail and remain involved in day‑to‑day finance activity
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys a balance of responsibility and hands‑on tasks, thrives in an operational environment, and values being part of an on‑site team.

Rewards Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holiday's
1.5% company-matched employee pension plan
Death in service benefit
Cycle to work scheme (subject to meeting minimum criteria)
Employee Assistance Programme

About Us

From our chocolate factory in Navan, County Meath, Lir Chocolates produces a wide portfolio of premium products for major retailers and well‑known chocolate brands, combining advanced automated production with intricate, artisan‑style finishing. This creates a fast‑moving, highly detailed operational environment where financial accuracy, cost visibility and real‑time performance insight are essential. As the on‑site Finance Analyst, you play a crucial role in supporting this complexity, translating operational activity into clear financial understanding, helping us make informed decisions, and ensuring we continue to deliver high‑quality products efficiently and reliably.

Application & Interview Process

Please apply online via our careers portal: create your account, upload your CV, and answer all the requested questions. You will then be contacted by our Talent Acquisition team and, if progressed, enter a two stage interview process at our manufacturing site.

Lir Chocolates is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Please let us know if you require any special arrangements or adjustments to be made for your interview by speaking with the Talent Acquisition team at application stage.

Finance Analyst/ Operations Management Accountant

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