The posting
CEL Critical Power is a global provider of mission-critical power solutions operating at the centre of the AI, hyperscale data centre and critical infrastructure ecosystem. Demand for CEL’s products is strong and accelerating. The challenge is not sales demand, it is executing growth at pace without compromising delivery certainty, production discipline or customer trust. Operating from its Irish base, CEL continues to scale its production capability in parallel with its US expansion, with similar ambitions to significantly increase output over the coming years. Ireland remains central to CEL’s global operating model and will continue to play a critical role in delivering high-quality, engineered products at scale.
We are seeking a detail oriented and analytical Cost and Management Accountant to support the financial performance analysis of multiple customer projects within our LV switchgear project portfolio. This role is critical to ensuring accurate cost tracking, forecasting and financial reporting across a range of data centre client projects. The ideal candidate will work closely with Program and Project Managers, Finance and Operations teams to provide insights that drive informed decision-making and project success.
Key Responsibilities:
Product & Service Costing
- Own and maintain standard cost cards for all products and services, including LV switchgear, critical power systems and service offerings
- Develop and update bill of materials (BOM) costing for manufactured and assembled power units as material inputs, labour rates or specifications change
- Design, maintain and communicate overhead allocation and absorption costing rates across the business
- Perform periodic cost reviews to ensure standard costs reflect current operational and market reality
- Support make vs. buy and outsourcing decisions with structured financial analysis and clear recommendations
Cost Centre Reporting & Analysis
- Produce monthly cost centre P&L reports and distribute to budget holders with clear, actionable commentary
- Partner with departmental managers to help them understand, manage and challenge their cost base
- Perform purchase price variance (PPV), material usage and labour efficiency analysis
- Investigate cost and margin variances, identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions to Operations and Commercial leadership
- Identify and quantify cost reduction and efficiency opportunities across CEL's manufacturing and project operations
Profitability & Margin Analysis
- Produce profitability analysis by product, service line, channel and region monthly
- Prepare gross margin bridges explaining movements vs. prior period, budget and forecast
- Collaborate on sales and margin analysis to support commercial pricing and contract decisions
- Ensure alignment between cost reporting and revenue recognition policies, particularly for long-term data centre project contracts
Inventory Accounting & COGS
- Own inventory valuation in line with company accounting policy, covering raw materials, WIP, finished goods, spare parts and power equipment stock
- Perform monthly COGS reconciliation, working with the Finance Ops Team and Financial Reporting Accountant on supporting data
- Reconcile inventory and WIP balances between SAP and operational project trackers
- Coordinate periodic stock counts and resolve reconciling differences in a timely manner
Budgeting & Forecasting Support
- Support on operational cost line inputs for the annual budget and rolling forecast cycle
- Model the cost impact of volume changes, new contracts, material price movements and operational decisions
- Participate in project review meetings, providing financial insight and constructive challenges
- Track and report cost KPIs including budget adherence, cost-to-complete accuracy and forecast variance
Process Improvement & ERP
- Develop standardised cost models, financial templates and reporting tools to improve speed and consistency of analysis
- Enhance automation and digitisation of cost tracking across the project and product lifecycle
- Improve data accuracy, SAP discipline and financial governance across manufacturing and project operations
- Train operational and project teams in financial control processes, cost tools and best practice
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or a related field
- ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified
- 3-5+ years of experience in cost or management accounting
- Strong knowledge of standard costing, overhead allocation and absorption costing
- Experience of product or job costing methodologies
- High proficiency in Excel and financial modelling
- Experience with ERP systems, particularly SAP
- Experience in manufacturing, engineering, construction, energy or data centre environments
- Exposure to bill of materials (BOM) costing and WIP accounting
- Power BI or equivalent BI / reporting tool experience
- Familiarity with IFRS 15 revenue recognition for long-term contracts
- Experience partnering with project or programme managers in a project-based business
- Background in process improvement or ERP implementation
Benefits
Why Join CEL Critical Power?
Join a Trusted Industry Leader – 42 Years of Excellence CEL has been delivering high-quality, bespoke power distribution solutions for over four decades, with products that stand the test of time.
Be Part of a Global Expansion With CEL launching its first US manufacturing plant, you will have the opportunity to work on international projects and documentation standards while collaborating with colleagues across North America.
Collaborate with World-Class Engineers, Vendors & Industry Experts You’ll work alongside leading engineers, project managers, document controllers, product managers, and global vendors, ensuring excellence and operational success across CEL’s international teams.
Shape the Future of CEL – Critical Power This is more than just an operator role—it’s an opportunity to help forge the future of CEL and our expansion across the US.
Competitive Salary, Benefits & Career Growth We offer structured career development, professional training, and leadership opportunities, ensuring long-term career progression.
Apply Now – This is a CEL Critical Power-Critical Hire!
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule: Monday to Friday
