Financial Analyst – Manufacturing (Boyle, Ireland)

About the role

Nordson is looking for a Financial Analyst to support its Finance & Accounting Manager in Boyle, Ireland. The role focuses on delivering accurate financial reporting, analysis and business insights across multiple manufacturing sites within a regulated medical‑device environment.

Key responsibilities

• Perform monthly inventory reconciliations for several sites.
• Manage fixed assets, including additions, disposals and depreciation reviews.
• Conduct monthly variance analysis across key cost categories.
• Prepare reporting packs for local and global finance stakeholders.
• Track KPIs to monitor operational and financial performance.
• Report on cost‑improvement initiatives and efficiency projects.
• Execute standard‑cost rolls and reviews to ensure accurate product costing.
• Complete CSO returns in line with Irish regulatory requirements.
• Support budgeting and forecasting activities, including data gathering and validation.
• Assist internal and external audits, providing documentation and analysis.
• Maintain compliance with internal controls and company policies.
• Liaise on cycle‑count processes and resolve discrepancies.
• Partner with operational teams to deliver financial insights.
• Participate in site projects and continuous‑improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with shared services on standardized reporting and reconciliations.

Required profile

• Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).
• Minimum 2 years post‑qualification experience in financial analysis, management accounting or a similar finance role.
• Experience in manufacturing, medical‑device or other regulated industries is an advantage.

Required skills

• Advanced Excel proficiency.
• Experience with ERP systems such as IFS, SAP or Oracle.
• Strong financial analysis capabilities.
• Knowledge of Irish GAAP and/or US GAAP.