# Accountant - 12 month Fixed Term Contract

> Kepak Group · Clonee, Ireland (Hybrid) · Contract · Posted 2026-05-08

**Workplace:** hybrid

**Department:** Finance

## Description

**Kepak is a leading food company with 14 manufacturing sites and over 4,500 employees across Ireland and the UK, with a turnover of €1.75 billion.**

**The Group operates across three divisions: Meat Division Ireland, Foods Division and Meat Division UK. Guided by our values - Responsibility, Ambition, Passion for Food, and Teamwork - we are committed to operating as a successful, sustainable, future-ready business that is a great place to work. We supply fresh and value-added meat based products to retail and foodservice through private label and our own brands, including Rustlers, Big Al's and John Stone.**

We are currently recruiting for an **Accountant on a 1 year Fixed Term Contract** for our **Clonee site.**

In this role you will be responsible for the preparation of the Monthly Accounts for our Clonee site and and Weekly Management Accounts. This is a great opportunity for someone coming from a food manufacturing or FMCG background or also equally suited to someone from practice who has extensive experience with agri/farming clients.

**\*\* This role is eligible for hybrid working (2 days at home, 3 days in the office), after the initial induction and training period. \*\***

**RESPONSIBILITIES:**

-   Manage month-end close process to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
-   Prepare Monthly Reporting Pack with detailed P&L statements and Balance Sheets for senior management.
-   Conduct Balance Sheet Reconciliations to ensure accuracy and audit readiness.
-   Maintain External Beef Purchase Orders in ERP (D365) for accurate procurement tracking.
-   Perform weekly Stock Reconciliations to verify inventory accuracy.
-   Analyze and report weekly Site Stock Gains/Losses to support stock management decisions.
-   Support various Site Finance functions and ensure compliance with controls.
-   Assist in Budget process preparation, consolidation, and review for effective financial planning.
-   Participate in Meat Division Projects, providing financial input for successful outcomes.

**KPI's**

-   Prepare timely Weekly Reconciliations with detailed analysis to identify and resolve discrepancies, ensuring financial accuracy.
-   Complete Monthly Accounts on schedule, complying with accounting standards and coordinating with departments for necessary data.
-   Regularly reconcile General Ledger, verify transaction integrity, investigate anomalies, and maintain accurate entries.

## Requirements

-   Qualified or part-qualified accountant
-   Previous experience working either in a similar food manufacturing or FMCG business or from a practice background with experience of agri/farming clients is a requirement for this role
-   Working knowledge of monthly reconciliations
-   Strong technical ability with financial analysis and reporting skills
-   Competent in the use of MS Excel
-   Experience of MS Dynamics 365 would be an advantage
-   Strong communication skills, both written and verbal (English)
-   Ability to work to tight deadlines

## Benefits

-   **Company Pension**
-   **Subsidized Canteen**

-   **Further Education support -** You’ll have clear pathways for advancement, supported by continuous professional development and a range of learning opportunities
-   **Employee Discount Platform -** All Kepak employees are entitled to access to the WrkIt platform, which offers significant discounts and cashback with hundreds of brands.
-   **Refer a Friend Scheme -** Get up to €500 for successfully referring a friend or family member to Kepak Group.
-   **Bike to Work Scheme -** Purchase a bike and safety equipment through a salary sacrifice scheme which reduces your taxable income – meaning you pay less tax!
-   **Long Service Awards -** We recognise, acknowledge and award the dedication and valuable contribution of long serving employees

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