Finance Analyst/ Operations Management Accountant

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: 06/03/2026

• 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

• 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.

• 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

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.

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.