Retail Accountant

Summary Job ref: 16627 Job Type: Location: Tramore Road, Cork Contract type: Contract Closing Date: 23 September 2025 Retail Accountant Retail Accountant Contract: 12 Months Location: Cork Join Musgrave – Empowering Communities, Innovating the Future Musgrave is one of Europe's most successful family-owned businesses, with a rich 150-year legacy in food and brand innovation.
We're proud to serve communities across Ireland and Spain, feeding one in three people every day through 18 iconic brands like SuperValu, Centra, Mace, Frank and Honest, and Musgrave MarketPlace.
By supporting thousands of retail and foodservice family businesses, we make a positive impact on the communities they serve.
We're committed to becoming the most trusted and sustainable business in Ireland, and we're looking for dynamic, forward-thinking individuals to join us on this journey.
As we continue our journey toward becoming Ireland's most trusted and sustainable business, we have an exciting opportunity for a successful candidate to join our Finance team as a Retail Accountant.
You will be part of a dynamic & fast paced team which closely partners with multiple internal departments as well as our Retail Partners.
This role is suited to an individual who is a qualified accountant, enjoys a fast-paced environment, is comfortable in building and managing relationships and has in interest in commercial finance.
What you'll be doing: Managing Musgrave's financial risk opposite our Retail Partners whilst also advising, coaching, and mentoring them on all financial related aspects of their business.
Preparation and evaluation of business cases with an ability to clearly communicate the outputs both verbally and in writing to senior management.
Working on divestments and acquisitions, demonstrating an ability to project manage from commencement to completion.
Working occasionally with the Business Development Team in the assessment of potential new business attendance at the Regional Business Development Forum as required.
Preparing, presenting, and supporting proposals to the Musgrave Credit Committee.
This is aimed at protecting Musgrave sales whilst working with the retailer, the financing banks and other key stakeholders towards generating a fair solution for all parties.
Supporting the Credit Manager and inhouse legal counsel to ensure adherence to the governance of financial risk, including ensuring that appropriate legal documentation is put in place where required.
Management of client relationships.
What we'er looking for: Be a qualified accountant with a minimum of 4 years post qualification experience.
A corporate finance background would also be an advantage.
Ability to promote and demonstrate a positive, team-oriented attitude.
The ideal candidate will be highly numeric & analytical, with a strong systems orientation including Microsoft Excel skills.
Good communication & inter-personal skills with a proven ability to influence at a senior level.
Be interested in working in a fast paced, client facing, commercial role.
Previous experience working within the FMCG/Retail industry will be of distinct advantage.
Full driving license.
Why Musgrave:
Career Development: With a commitment to your personal and professional growth, Musgrave offers numerous opportunities for advancement and learning.
Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a passionate team, where your contributions will make a significant impact
Innovation Focus: Be part of a company that values forward-thinking solutions
Community Focus: Be part of a company that truly values its communities and strives to make a positive impact.
Be Part of a Legacy: Join a company with a long-standing commitment to community and innovation.
Are you ready to make a difference?
Apply now and join us in creating a future where business success and positive change go hand in hand Musgrave is an equal opportunities employer.
We encourage applications from diverse candidates.
If we can make any accommodations to enable you to be the best version of yourself during the interview, please let us know.
Musgrave operate a Work Smart hybrid working model where you can alternate your time between connecting and collaborating in the business and working remotely.
Occasional business travel to other locations will also be required.
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