Grants and Cost Optimisation Accountant

Grants and Cost Optimisation Accountant

Location: Shannon, Co. Clare

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: €60,000 – €75,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Reports to: Financial Controller

About the Role

A well-known aviation company based in Shannon is seeking an experienced Grants and Cost Optimisation Accountant to support its mission to innovate, grow, and drive efficiency. This key position focuses on identifying and securing external funding, managing grant and R&D tax credit claims, and supporting cost optimisation initiatives across the business.

Key Responsibilities

Grants Management

• Identify and secure financial supports (R&D, Capital, Training, Green, etc.) from national and EU agencies, public bodies, private foundations, and industry organisations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with funding agencies and partners to ensure the company maximises access to available grants.
• Coordinate the preparation and submission of grant proposals and related documentation.

Research & Development Tax Credits

• Collaborate with the Engineering department to identify qualifying R&D projects.
• Prepare, file, and track R&D tax credit claims with Revenue.

Cost Optimisation & Financial Reporting

• Support the Financial Controller in preparing monthly product and customer profitability reports.
• Identify cost overruns and work with Production and Engineering teams to improve efficiencies and reduce cost per part.

About You

• Experience: 5+ Years PQE (Ideally with Cost / Management Accountant Experience).
• Technical Skills: Proficient with accounting systems and software, and highly skilled in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Specialised Knowledge: Experience preparing and filing grant or R&D tax claims is highly desirable.
• Analytical Strength: Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Teamwork: Proven ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with external stakeholders.

Benefits

• Health Insurance: 100% company-paid VHI cover for employee, spouse, and children (up to age 18).
• Life Assurance: 3x salary (8x salary if you have children).
• Pension Scheme: Available after 6 months’ service.
• Travel Benefits: Discounted standby flights from start date; bookable flights and partner travel after 6 months.
• Work-Life Balance: 39-hour week – Monday to Thursday (8:30am–5:00pm), Friday (8:30am–4:00pm).
• Onsite Facilities: Free parking, canteen, and gym.
• Cycle-to-Work Scheme
• Educational Assistance Programme
• 22 Days Annual Leave

Apply Now

If you’re a proactive and detail-oriented accountant passionate about securing funding and driving financial efficiency, we’d love to hear from you.

📩 Apply today to join a leading aviation organisation in Shannon and play a vital role in shaping its continued success

or

📩 Reach out to David at david.smyth@cpl.ie for more information.