7 Sap Controlling jobs in Ireland

Description
Thank you for your interest in our Senior Manager, Cost Accounting (Pipeline Posting) position. Applicants of this role will not be receiving immediate feedback regarding their applications. If you are looking for an immediate opportunity, please take a look at the West Career's page .
At West, we're a dedicated team that is connected by a purpose to improve patient lives that has been at the center of our Company for more than a century. Our story began when Herman O. West solved the problem of supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the US Government during World War 2. Through our work to deliver thousands of life-saving and life-enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, West's indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future?

There's no better place to join an inclusive community of professionals with opportunities for lifelong learning, growth and development. Supported by benefit programs, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our team members and their families.

We believe in giving back to help those in need in the communities where we live and work. And are equally committed to creating a healthier environment and planet through our sustainability efforts.

Job Summary
You will be a key strategic partner to our global proprietary business, leading product costing, accounting, and process and system enhancements within the centralized cost accounting COE, supporting West's Global manufacturing operations across the globe.

We are seeking an experienced leader for this team who has a strong understanding of cost accounting as well as with business process definition, system implementations, and working cross-functionally with the global leadership team. This role is responsible for managing aspects of manufacturing accounting for multiple plants and setting the strategy around costing for the division. This includes developing and monitoring the accuracy of inventory valuation and standard costs in accordance with GAAP requirements as well as month-end financial closing, reconciliations, and reporting.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Setting strategic goals and long-term objectives within the cost accounting team
• Developing and maintaining policies and procedures within the cost and inventory accounting function and drive consistency and standardization within the wider cost accounting team
• Drive value in West through collaboration with senior leaders to align departmental strategies with organizational goals, and ensure execution on these strategies
• People:
• Lead and mentor a team of professional accountants
• Focus on talent development, building a strong team
• Develop a customer-centric culture in your team with highly collaborative relationships with the relevant stakeholders
• Own inventory valuation and product costing processes within scope of role
• Lead SAP implementation for the FICO module as it relates to plant accounting, product costing, and associated master data as plants transition manufacturing to S4
• Oversee the plant level month end close tasks including the preparation of journal entries, reserve and variance analyses, and account reconciliations for all manufacturing locations supported by the wider cost accounting team
• Responsible for coordinating all the details to develop the annual standard costs in collaboration with FP&A, Supply Chain Planning and Operations
• Ensure appropriate controls and compliance with US GAAP
• Support and assist in the global initiatives relating to cost accounting for all regions/divisions of West
• Support and assist other functions within the business as required

*Education *

• Bachelor's Degree required

*Work Experience *

• Minimum 10 years within Cost Accounting with
• Minimum 10 years of post-qualification experience in a manufacturing industry required
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience as leading the Finance function of a company required

Preferred Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of SAP
• Understanding of the manufacturing environment and the associated financial processes
• Knowledge of supply chain, receiving, inventory flow, operations process and manufacturing principles
• Strong ability to assess problem situations to identify causes, gather and process relevant information, generate possible solutions, and make recommendations and/or resolve the problem
• Ability to effectively analyze transactional level detail in an enterprise resource planning system and articulate the key findings to senior management
• Ability to multi-task and drive actions to completion under strict deadlines
• Understanding of GAAP and internal control principles
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel

*License and Certifications *

• MBA, CPA, or CMA
• Prior SAP implementation experience

*Travel Requirements *
10%: Up to 26 business days per year

*Physical Requirements *
Sedentary-Exerting up to 10lbs/4kgs of force occasionally, and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.

West is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you have a special need that requires accommodation in order to apply to West, please send an email to . Where permitted by law, an offer of employment with West Pharmaceutical Services, or any of its subsidiary or affiliate companies, is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of background screening and/or a pre-employment drug screening.

Requisition ID: 71437

Date: Sep 5, 2025

Location:
Dublin, Leinster, US

Department: Finance

Description:

Thank you for your interest in our Senior Manager, Cost Accounting (Pipeline Posting) position. Applicants of this role will not be receiving immediate feedback regarding their applications. If you are looking for an immediate opportunity, please take a look at the West Career's page

At West, we're a dedicated team that is connected by a purpose to improve patient lives that has been at the center of our Company for more than a century. Our story began when Herman O. West solved the problem of supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the US Government during World War 2. Through our work to deliver thousands of life-saving and life-enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, West's indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future?

There's no better place to join an inclusive community of professionals with opportunities for lifelong learning, growth and development. Supported by benefit programs, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our team members and their families.

We believe in giving back to help those in need in the communities where we live and work. And are equally committed to creating a healthier environment and planet through our sustainability efforts.

You will be a key strategic partner to our global proprietary business, leading product costing, accounting, and process and system enhancements within the centralized cost accounting COE, supporting West's Global manufacturing operations across the globe.

We are seeking an experienced leader for this team who has a strong understanding of cost accounting as well as with business process definition, system implementations, and working cross-functionally with the global leadership team. This role is responsible for managing aspects of manufacturing accounting for multiple plants and setting the strategy around costing for the division. This includes developing and monitoring the accuracy of inventory valuation and standard costs in accordance with GAAP requirements as well as month-end financial closing, reconciliations, and reporting.

• Setting strategic goals and long-term objectives within the cost accounting team
• Developing and maintaining policies and procedures within the cost and inventory accounting function and drive consistency and standardization within the wider cost accounting team
• Drive value in West through collaboration with senior leaders to align departmental strategies with organizational goals, and ensure execution on these strategies
• People:

o Lead and mentor a team of professional accountants

o Focus on talent development, building a strong team

o Develop a customer-centric culture in your team with highly collaborative relationships with the relevant stakeholders

• Own inventory valuation and product costing processes within scope of role
• Lead SAP implementation for the FICO module as it relates to plant accounting, product costing, and associated master data as plants transition manufacturing to S4
• Oversee the plant level month end close tasks including the preparation of journal entries, reserve and variance analyses, and account reconciliations for all manufacturing locations supported by the wider cost accounting team
• Responsible for coordinating all the details to develop the annual standard costs in collaboration with FP&A, Supply Chain Planning and Operations
• Ensure appropriate controls and compliance with US GAAP
• Support and assist in the global initiatives relating to cost accounting for all regions/divisions of West
• Support and assist other functions within the business as required

• Bachelor's Degree required

• Minimum 10 years within Cost Accounting with
• Minimum 10 years of post-qualification experience in a manufacturing industry required
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience as leading the Finance function of a company required

• Extensive knowledge of SAP
• Understanding of the manufacturing environment and the associated financial processes
• Knowledge of supply chain, receiving, inventory flow, operations process and manufacturing principles
• Strong ability to assess problem situations to identify causes, gather and process relevant information, generate possible solutions, and make recommendations and/or resolve the problem
• Ability to effectively analyze transactional level detail in an enterprise resource planning system and articulate the key findings to senior management
• Ability to multi-task and drive actions to completion under strict deadlines
• Understanding of GAAP and internal control principles
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel #LI-JJ1 #LI-HYBRID

• MBA, CPA, or CMA
• Prior SAP implementation experience #LI-JJ1 #LI-HYBRID

10%: Up to 26 business days per year

Sedentary-Exerting up to 10lbs/4kgs of force occasionally, and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.

West is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you have a special need that requires accommodation in order to apply to West, please send an email to Where permitted by law, an offer of employment with West Pharmaceutical Services, or any of its subsidiary or affiliate companies, is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of background screening and/or a pre-employment drug screening.

Our client is looking for an
SAP FICO Specialist
for a contract role :

Start Date:
ASAP

Duration:
4 months + Renewal Options

Hours:
40 hours/week

Location:
Preference for Dublin but can be in Ireland, Germany, Spain or nearby UK

Work model
/Travel
: Remote with travel Each month

Language:
English required

Requirements

• Expert in SAP FI/CO with over 7 years of hands-on experience in ECC or S/4HANA environments.
• Skilled in financial processes: GL, AP, AR, AA, BA, tax, and financial closing/consolidation.
• Strong knowledge of controlling: CCA, PCA, CO-PA, internal orders, and product costing.
• Experienced in SAP S/4HANA Finance, FIORI Apps, and full-cycle implementations.
• Proficient in SAP FICO configurations, enhancements, and issue resolution.
• Familiar with integration across MM, SD, PP, PS, and external systems (IDOCs, BAPIs, RFCs).
• Supports IFRS reporting, revenue recognition, audits, and group consolidation.
• Exposure to SAP Project Systems (PS) and SAC for financial planning and reporting.
• Knowledge of FICO-related development tools: CDS Views, BAPIs, BAdIs, and user exits.
• Strong communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.

Must have work authorization in the country where this job is located. The Addmore Group has been the premier provider of SAP-related resources in Canada and the U.S. since 1992.

SAP FICO Analyst

Type: Permanent

Location: Dublin South

€65,000 - €68,000 base and package

A leading European company in the engineering and construction industry is seeking an experienced
SAP FICO Analyst
to join its Group IT SAP Team. This organization delivers complex construction projects for top-tier global clients across sectors such as data centers, life sciences, and advanced technologies. With a strong focus on innovation, collaboration, and employee development, the company fosters a supportive environment where individuals can grow professionally and contribute to impactful digital transformation initiatives.

Role Overview:

The
SAP FICO Analyst
will be responsible for the configuration, support, and ongoing optimization of SAP FICO systems to support evolving business needs. This role plays a key part in ERP transformation, including the move from ECC6 to S/4HANA. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure SAP systems are robust, scalable, and aligned with overall business strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

System Configuration & Support:

• Work with business users and stakeholders to gather requirements and identify opportunities for finance process improvement within SAP.
• Participate in the planning and execution of the transition from ECC6 to S/4HANA.
• Configure and maintain SAP FICO modules, ensuring alignment with business needs.
• Resolve system issues and support users across departments.
• Maintain data integrity and streamline daily finance operations.

Integration & Collaboration:

• Support system integrations between SAP and other enterprise applications.
• Collaborate with IT and Finance stakeholders to align technology solutions with strategic objectives.
• Contribute to cross-functional projects to improve financial workflows.

Continuous Improvement:

• Identify and propose system enhancements to improve functionality.
• Stay updated on SAP S/4HANA best practices and new features.
• Assist in testing and validation during system upgrades or changes.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• 3–5 years of hands-on experience with SAP FICO modules.
• Strong analytical skills with a focus on process improvement.
• Proficiency in SAP FICO configuration and support.
• Skilled in system troubleshooting and user support.
• Experience with integration tools and understanding of data flows.
• Team-oriented with strong communication skills.

Desirable Experience:

• Knowledge of SAP BW and OpenText VIM.
• Familiarity with SAP Concur.
• Experience participating in SAP S/4HANA implementation projects.
• Exposure to SAP Cloud Analytics is a plus.

NDT Global is the leading provider of ultra-high-tech diagnostic inspection solutions, advanced data analysis and integrity assessment services for ensuring the safety and longevity of energy-sector infrastructure assets. Recognized as the forerunner in ultrasonic inspection technologies comprising Pulse Echo, Pitch-and-Catch and Phased Array, as well as Acoustic Resonance (ART Scan) methodologies, the company also deploys a range of non-ultrasonic technologies, such as Inertial Measurement Units, with more under development. NDT Global strategically applies its inspection technologies to detect, diagnose and model various types of threat—circumferential or axial cracks, metal loss, geometry, mapping, and more—across diverse classes of assets. By providing predictive, decision-ready insights driven by the world's most accurate data, NDT Global enables the conditions for asset owners to optimize infrastructure health and drive operational efficiencies while reducing risk and minimizing their carbon footprint.

Purpose
We are seeking an independent and highly experienced SAP FICO Specialist to join our team in Dublin.
The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in SAP Finance (FI) and Controlling (CO) modules
, providing functional and technical solutions to business challenges. This role involves working closely with finance and business stakeholders to optimize financial processes, support SAP enhancements, and ensure seamless financial reporting. Experience in SAP Project Systems and SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) is a strong plus

Key Responsibilities

• Functional Competencies:

• Analyze, design, configure, and support SAP FI/CO modules, ensuring alignment with business needs.

• Manage key finance processes such as General Ledger (GL), Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), Asset Accounting (AA), Bank Accounting (BA), Taxation, and Financial Closing & Consolidation.
• Work on Cost Center Accounting (CCA), Profit Center Accounting (PCA), Internal Orders (IO), Product Costing (CO-PC), and Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) to drive cost efficiency.
• Ensure integration with MM, SD, PP, PS, and other SAP modules for seamless end-to-end financial processes.
• Support statutory and IFRS reporting requirements, financial audits, and compliance.
• Provide expertise in revenue recognition, milestone-based revenue, and planned vs actual cost tracking.
• Expertise in Group Reporting to support consolidated financial statements and intercompany eliminations.
• Troubleshoot SAP FICO-related issues and drive process improvements.
• Experience in S/4HANA implementation, integration, and rollout projects.

• Desire to learn SAP Project Systems (PS) and contribute to project-related financial processes.

• Technical Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of SAP S/4HANA Finance and SAP FIORI Apps.

• Expertise in FI/CO master data management, including Chart of Accounts, Cost Elements, and Profit Centers.
• Hands-on experience in configuration, enhancement, and troubleshooting within SAP FICO.
• Experience with CDS Views, BAPIs, BAdIs, User Exits, and enhancement frameworks for FICO-related developments.
• Knowledge of SAP Integration with external systems via IDOCs, BAPIs, and RFCs.
• Understanding of SAP Workflow, FSCM (Financial Supply Chain Management), and Treasury Management is an advantage.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, IT, or a related field.
• 7+ years of hands-on SAP FICO experience in an SAP ECC or S/4HANA environment.
• SAP FICO Certification is desirable.
• Experience in full-cycle SAP FICO implementations and support.
• Strong knowledge of financial processes, IFRS, and compliance regulations.
• Exposure to SAP Project Systems (PS) is a plus.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and business stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

• Good to Have - SAP Project Systems (PS):

• Understanding of WBS Elements, Network Activities, and Cost Planning in PS.

• Experience in Project Settlement, Budgeting, and Forecasting.
• Integration knowledge of PS with FICO, MM, and SD.
• Ability to support Capex and Internal Orders in Project Accounting.

• Good to Have - SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC):

• Experience in SAC Reporting & Dashboarding for Finance and Controlling data visualization.

• Ability to develop SAC Planning Models for budgeting and forecasting.
• Strong understanding of SAC Live Connections with SAP S/4HANA.

Benefits

• Attractive compensation system
• Hybrid type of work
• Family-friendly and flexible working hours
• Health and Dental Insurance
• Pension plan
• 5 weeks of annual leave
• Global team
• Challenging and versatile tasks with creative freedom
• A positive, collegial working environment in an international and committed team with the opportunity to work on your own responsibility

SAP FICO Analyst, Dublin, Ireland

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Mercury is the European leader in construction solutions.
We build and manage complex engineering & construction projects for the world's leading corporations. Our solutions help deliver technologies and life changing advancements that connect people, communities, and businesses, giving them the power to achieve incredible things. Our people have the courage to be innovative. Their determination and sharp focus enable us to deliver with certainty, time and time again.

We deliver our clients' visions through leading edge construction solutions across multiple sectors, including Enterprise Data Centres, Advanced Technology & Life Sciences, Hyperscale Data Centres, Fire Protection.

At Mercury, it is our duty to encourage and back our people to realise their vision of themselves. We place them at the heart of what we do, providing challenging opportunities to develop within a great team in a supportive environment that allows them to reach their full potential.

Scope Of Role
The SAP FICO Analyst is responsible for configuring, supporting, and optimizing the SAP FICO to meet evolving business needs. This role is embedded within Mercury's Group IT SAP Team and plays a key part in driving ERP digital transformation initiatives.

The SAP Team at Mercury includes analysts across SAP FICO, MM & SD, Payroll, and non-SAP domains. The team supports all departments and business units, helping to identify, select, and deliver technology-driven improvements. The SAP FICO Analyst works closely with this team to ensure HR systems are robust, scalable, and aligned with business strategy.

Key Responsibilities Of The Role

• System Configuration & Support
• Working with Stakeholders and business users to tease out the requirements and identify opportunities to reengineer and transform finance functionality in SAP.
• Working closely with the IT management team to design, plan and implement the move from ECC6 to S4 HANA.
• Configure and maintain SAP FICO requirements. - Ensure system stability and alignment with business requirements. - Troubleshoot and resolve user issues. - Maintain data integrity and optimize configurations for daily operations.
• Integration & Collaboration
• Support integration between SAP and other enterprise systems. - Collaborate with Finance and IT stakeholders to align system capabilities with strategic goals. - Par-ticipate in cross-functional projects to enhance Finance processes.
• Continuous Improvement
• Identify opportunities for system enhancements. - Stay current with SAP S4 HANA updates and best practices. - Contribute to testing and validation during release cycles for ECC6, legal requirements for Finance teams and capabilities available in S4 HANA to improve the business needs.

Competencies

• Minimum 3–5 years of hands-on SAP FICO experience
• Strong analytical skills and process improvement focus

Essential Criteria

• Proficiency SAP FICO
• Skilled in system configuration, user support, and troubleshooting
• Experienced with integration tools and data flows
• Collaborative team player, able to work with internal and external stakeholders

Desirable Criteria

• Knowledge in SAP BW and Opentext VIM a distinct advantage
• Knowledge of SAP Concur
• Experience in an SAP S/4 HANA implementation project desired
• Exposure or knowledge of SAP Cloud Analytics, not required, but a distinct advantage

Mercury is an equal opportunities employer
.
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