Barden are partnering with a global leader in the food and beverage ingredients industry, delivering innovative taste solutions that shape the future of consumer products as they seek an Operations Finance Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in a sector that is driving trends like sugar reduction, clean label innovation, and enhanced nutrition, all while supporting sustainability and operational excellence.
The successful profile will provide financial leadership and operational support across three manufacturing sites in Italy, Ireland, and the UK. You’ll partner with plant leadership, supply chain, and finance teams to drive cost efficiency, improve profitability, and ensure strong financial governance.
What You’ll Do
- Lead financial planning and analysis for operations and supply chain.
- Build models to assess capital investment feasibility and returns.
- Deliver insights to optimize resources, reduce costs, and improve profitability.
- Monitor KPIs and partner with operations teams to drive performance.
- Oversee inventory accounting and ensure accurate valuation.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
- Ensure compliance and maintain robust internal controls.
What We’re Looking For
- Qualified Accountant (CIMA or ACCA).
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong ERP knowledge (SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel skills.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Willingness to travel regularly to Italy.
Barden are exclusively partnering with a global food innovator with a as they seek a highly skilled Finance Business Partner to join their finance team. This person will play a vital role in driving financial performance and supporting strategic decision-making. This position involves delivering insightful analysis, robust forecasting, and proactive business partnering to enable operational and commercial excellence across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
- Partner with senior leadership to deliver actionable insights that enhance operational and commercial performance.
- Drive investment, cost efficiency, and innovation decisions through financial analysis.
- Promote collaboration between finance and non-finance teams to improve financial literacy and create synergies.
- Conduct monthly performance reviews and recommend strategies to achieve EBITA targets.
- Investigate budget variances and provide clear, actionable explanations.
- Leverage data analytics to produce detailed KPI, budget, and forecast reports.
- Lead the annual budgeting process and develop comprehensive business plans.
- Prepare quarterly forecasts and monthly flash reports.
- Build long-term P&L models to support strategic planning over a five-year horizon.
- Deputise for Finance Director when required.
- Contribute to strategic projects and assist the team during peak periods.
Key Requirements
- Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA) with 3+ years PQE.
- Advanced Excel skills; experience with ERP systems and BI tools is an advantage.
- Strong influencing and stakeholder management skills.
- Commercially astute with excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
- Proven experience as a business partner to non-finance functions.
- Highly motivated, adaptable, and forward-thinking.
- International experience is a plus.
Barden are partnering with a global leader in manufacturing as they seek a highly skilled and motivated Senior RTR Accountant to join their dynamic team in Cork. Reporting to the RTR Lead, you will manage general ledger accounting for one or more entities and play a key role in supporting a multi-year SAP transformation project. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a global finance function within a multinational environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Build strong relationships with stakeholders and act as a primary relationship manager for assigned entities.
- Contribute to defining service standards, KPIs, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Maintain ledger integrity and ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and company policies.
- Review and post month-end close transactions; perform P&L and balance sheet analysis, reconciliations, and resolutions.
- Support statutory accounting and VAT programs within international operations.
- Collaborate with internal and external auditors during quarter-end and year-end audits.
- Evaluate processes and implement improvements to enhance efficiency.
- Champion global financial services philosophy and architecture for finance.
- Flexibility to support US hours during late close (approx. 1–3 days per month).
About You
- Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CPA, CIMA) and a BA/BS in Accounting or equivalent.
- 2–3 years’ experience in a multi-country RTR environment within a multinational corporation.
- Strong knowledge of US GAAP and European statutory/tax reporting requirements.
- Experience with Oracle or equivalent ERP systems; proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word.
- Exposure to shared services and SAP implementation projects is an advantage.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work across cultures and functions.
- Additional European language skills (French, German, Spanish, or Italian) are a plus
Barden are partnering with a well-established, dynamic and highly acquisitive technology group as they seek a Financial Accountant to join their team in Limerick. The successful profile will join the Digital Services team and play a key role in delivering high-quality financial reporting, control, and analysis in a rapidly evolving environment.
About the Role
As a Financial Accountant, you will support strategic growth by embedding robust financial practices and ensuring accurate reporting & analysis. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a business that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare management and statutory financial reports.
- Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
- Complete balance sheet reconciliations and general journal postings.
- Maintain the fixed asset register.
- Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
- Monitor cash flow and working capital.
- Ensure compliance with tax and statutory regulations.
- Partner with the business on financial projects and process improvements.
About You
We’re looking for someone who is:
- Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
- Experienced with ERP systems, Excel, and ideally Power BI.
- Analytical, detail-oriented, and commercially aware.
- Adaptable and innovative in a fast-paced environment.
- A strong communicator and team player.
- Previous exposure to telecoms, digital, or technology sectors is an advantage.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a forward-thinking team driving digital transformation.
- Work in a collaborative environment where your ideas matter.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for career growth and development.
Are you an ambitious, forward-thinking audit professional ready for your next challenge?
A progressive and expanding audit department in Dublin is seeking a skilled Audit Senior Manager to join their team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a high achiever looking to work with a diverse client base and take on a leadership role in a collaborative environment.
About the Role
You’ll manage a portfolio of both international and domestic clients across a wide range of industries, including retail, distribution, sport, and not-for-profit. You’ll lead audit teams, oversee multiple projects, and play a key role in the department’s strategic growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and coordinate multiple audit assignments from planning through to completion and sign-off
- Report directly to partners on engagements
- Resolve client issues, including fee negotiation and cash collection
- Oversee time management, work in progress, delegation, and team communication
- Deliver technical training and support the development of junior team members
- Contribute to the achievement of departmental strategic goals and objectives
About You
- Accounting qualified (ACA/ACCA/CPA) with a minimum of 4 years’ post-qualification experience (PQE)
- Strong management skills and experience leading audit teams
- In-depth knowledge of FRS100 to FRS102 and IFRS
- Excellent commercial awareness and understanding of market trends
- Confident communicator, able to act as the main point of contact for a range of clients
- Experience in business development, including identifying and developing new opportunities
- Skilled in preparing client presentations and tender documents
Barden have been engaged by a leading multinational business in Cork to identify a Financial Accountant to join their well-established finance team. Working as part of a large, highly professional team, you will take on a key finance role within the company’s SSC.
“There will be huge exposure across the business in this role. The ideal person will have the ability to build and maintain key relationships. This role offers variety and strong long-term opportunities within a supportive and dynamic environment. I will act as a mentor for this person” – Hiring Manager
ABOUT THE ROLE:
- Responsible for the General Ledger accounting for one or more entities;
- Responsible for review and posting of month-end close and accounting transactions;
- Responsible for the accounting and reporting requirements under U.S. and local GAAP;
- The development of strong relationships with key stakeholders globally;
- Support with various tax head responsibilities;
- Liaise with internal and external auditors and supports the audit process by providing timely and accurate information and data;
- Responsible for supporting and preparation of the Statutory Accounting Activities for one or more entities.
ABOUT THE PERSON:
- Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA);
- Experience working in a Shared Service Centre is an advantage but not essential;
- Experience with US GAAP and SAP is desirable;
- Strong technical skills;
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills – the ability to work effectively across multiple functions and different cultures;
- An effective team player, who demonstrates excellent leadership and negotiation skills.
Curious? Feel free to get in touch with Siobhán Sexton in Barden (siobhan.sexton@barden.ie) for more information.
A well-established and hugely successful Irish business have engaged Barden to identify an ambitious Management Accountant to join their Finance team. This role has arisen due to the company’s continued expansion. It is very much a broad analysis and business partnering role and the successful person will have full remit to make it their own with opportunities to progress within the finance team in time.
“We have one of the top finance teams in Ireland. We pride ourselves on our culture and we’re now looking for someone who can be a future leader in our organisation”. Hiring Manager
This person will gain exposure to the wider business and key stakeholders on a daily basis, while supporting the future growth and success of the business by providing key data and insights.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
Responsibilities include:
- Assist with preparation of the Group’s Budget and Forecast process on a weekly and monthly basis;
- Act as a key Business Partner with senior stakeholders across the business to ensure reporting is timely and accurate;
- Analysis of financial trends which will support key decision making for the business;
- Responsible for preparation of variances and related analysis and reporting for the Group;
- Ad-hoc projects as required by the wider business.
ABOUT THE PERSON:
- Qualified accountant with 2+ years’ accounting experience;
- Excellent analytical skills;
- Strong Excel and systems experience;
- Hardworking, detailed oriented and results focused;
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and strong team player;
- Desire to work in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.
Interested in finding out more? Please get in touch with Siobhán Sexton in Barden (siobhan.sexton@barden.ie) for a confidential chat.
We are assisting a key client who are hiring an Assistant Manager/Accountant to join their growing Accounting Advisory team. This team offers a unique service to multinational clients by providing accounting solutions across a range of areas including Compliance and Reporting Solutions, Financial Reporting and Business Process Outsourcing.
As part of the firm’s growth plans, they are hiring an Accountant with practice/industry experience to join the team. The accountant will join an experienced team who will provide support and guidance and there will be strong opportunities for progression within this team.
What’s involved in the role?
- Responsible for a project managing a variety of assignments for multinational clients
- Advising on accounting requirements under relevant accounting standards (IFRS & UK & Irish GAAP in particular)
- Providing ad-hoc accounting advice to clients as required
- Mentoring and guiding more junior staff
- Assisting with the firm’s growth plans, including business development for this team and the wider firm
ABOUT THE PERSON:
- A qualified accountant, with min. 3-4 years of practice/multinational experience
- Audit and technical accounting knowledge is desirable
- Experience managing relationships and identifying opportunities would be advantageous
- An ambitious self-starter who enjoys being client-facing
Curious? Feel free to get in touch with Siobhán Sexton in Barden (siobhan.sexton@barden.ie) for more information.
Barden are delighted to be exclusively engaged by a successful Irish Business, looking to hire a Senior Accountant in a Family Office based in Dublin. This role will suit a qualified finance professional with experience in a dynamic SME environment, who enjoys variety, autonomy, and direct engagement with senior stakeholders.
About the Role
- Manage the day-to-day financial operations and reporting for family office entities.
- Oversee management accounts, cash flow forecasting, and budgeting processes.
- Prepare consolidated and audit-ready financial statements in a timely manner.
- Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and investment managers.
- Contribute to investment performance reporting and ad hoc analysis.
About You
- Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
- Proven experience in an SME or private wealth management environment (or similar structure).
- Strong technical accounting and consolidation skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to work independently.
- High integrity, discretion, and professionalism.
Barden are delighted to be working with a successful company in the Midlands in hiring a qualified accountant, with 0-3 years PQE, for a Financial Analyst role, on a 12 month FTC.
Hybrid working.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
- Assisting with M&A Activity;
- Liaising with internal and external stakeholders;
- Improving processes;
- Travelling internationally to different sites;
- Onboarding newly acquired businesses.
ABOUT THE PERSON:
- Qualified Accountant (0-3 years PQE);
- Team player;
- Strong communicator;
- Self-starter;
- Experience working in a fast-paced environment.
