Finance Business Partner

Company description: Tirln is a world-class food and nutrition co-operative, with a diverse portfolio of quality ingredients, leading consumer and agri brands. The farmer-owned co-operative has a first-class track record of success in the global market. Rooted in a rich heritage of family farming and embedded in its communities, Tirln has evolved to bring the passion of its farmers and their high-quality milk and grains to the international marketplace. Using modern-day technology and applying the best processes to its milk pool of three billion litres and its premium grains portfolio, Tirln now exports to more than 80 countries. Its award-winning brands are household names in Ireland, and include Irelands number one consumer dairy brand, Avonmore. The organisation draws on a wealth of experience to deliver exceptional products and tailored nutritional solutions including Kilmeaden, Wexford, Truly Grass Fed, Solmiko, CheddMax and GAIN Animal Nutrition. Tirln has a strong market presence in the UK, France, Germany, UAE, the US, North Africa, Japan and China. A talented team of over 2,100 people manage Tirlns network of 11 production facilities, with annual revenues of over €3 billion. Tirln is committed to sustainability through its comprehensive Living Proof programme and has signed up to the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi). For more information, visit Job description: Finance Business Partner Kilkenny Cheese Role Summary Kilkenny Cheese is a joint venture between Tirlan and Dutch family business Royal A-ware, a 130-year-old company with strong positions in EU and global markets. The facility has started up in 2024 as a greenfield site at Belview, Co Kilkenny. Rooted in our rich heritage of family farming and embedded in our communities, Tirlan has evolved to bring the passion of our farmers and their high-quality ingredients to the international marketplace. Using modern-day technology and applying the best processes to our milk pool of three billion litres, we now export innovative products and tailored ingredients solutions to be enjoyed in more than 100 countries. Royal A-ware is a traditional Dutch family business with a passion for food and with a strong entrepreneurial attitude. Demand-led, we offer our clients tailored products and services. In recent years investments have been madein the development and management of own supply chains resulting in independence, efficiency, and flexibility. Weare specialized in producing, ripening, cutting, and packaging cheese, and also produce and package cream and fresh dairy products. Based in Belview in South Kilkenny the role reports to the Head of Finance. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Ability to effectively lead within a fast paced and dynamic environment. Partner with the site teams to deliver the insights required to aid decision making and contribute to the success of the business, by providing challenge and support to the team. Understand and drive performance by identifying, owning and developing the KPIs of the site and related dashboards. Develop and challenge strategic/business plans and identify areas of risk and opportunity. Work with Site teams to develop and challenge budgets/forecasts Work with GL team to produce accurate and on time period close management accounts. Variance analysis of actual results vs budget and forecast. Work with site leadership team to develop accurate product costing and develop reporting of actuals vs standard. Working closely with the Process team to develop an accurate Bill of Materials as well as reporting on efficiency of production vs same. Support the preparation of ad-hoc analysis and management reporting to assist in business decisions, including but not limited to, Planning, Budgeting, Forecasting, Commercial negotiations & Project appraisal Support process improvement and optimisation being the key finance player in commercial/lean projects from identification through to planning and implementation phases. Ideally you will have a deep understanding of the Operations & Supply Chain environment is an advantage. Experience Qualified Accountant or third level degree in a relevant finance or business discipline 3-5 years post qualification experience in a dynamic environment, working in Operations & Supply Chain environment is preferred but not essential. Good knowledge and experience of accounting environments preferred together with ability to use and exploit data warehousing tools and excel. M3 ERP experience is an advantage. Person Profile Knowledge of Dairy or similar food processing industry Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up-to-date resume. Join our Talent Pool Considering a new career in KCLbut this isnt the role for you? Then why not register your experience & sign up for career opportunities at Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion Kilkenny Cheese embraces diversity, equal opportunity and inclusion. We are committed to building diverse teams where different perspectives drive innovation and growth. We strive to create an inclusive workplace where people can bring their true self to work and achieve their full potential. Profile description: Ability to effectively lead within a fast paced and dynamic environment. Partner with the site teams to deliver the insights required to aid decision making and contribute to the success of the business, by providing challenge and support to the team. Understand and drive performance by identifying, owning and developing the KPIs of the site and related dashboards. Skills: Finance Finance Business Partner Finance BP Manufacturing Benefits: Laptop Mobile phone Paid Holidays Parking Pension