My client is a long-established and highly regarded organisation with a strong reputation built over more than three decades. During that time, they have developed a robust operational and commercial platform and a loyal international client base.
Through deep customer partnerships and a broad range of integrated services, the business has experienced significant momentum in recent years. This has resulted in five consecutive years of double-digit growth, with a clear strategic plan in place to double the size of the organisation over the next two years.
We are now seeking an ambitious and commercially minded Financial Controller who is looking for more than a traditional finance position. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, the successful candidate will join the senior leadership team and play an active role in shaping key commercial and operational decisions as the business enters its next phase of growth.
This is a hands-on, high-impact role that offers real ownership, strong visibility within the organisation, and excellent long-term career development opportunities.
SCOPE OF ROLE
Financial Operations
- Lead daily accounting operations, ensuring accurate and timely financial records.
- Manage debtors, creditors, and working capital with a sharp commercial mindset.
- Oversee payroll, Irish & UK VAT, corporation tax, CSO and CRO filings.
- Maintain pricing models, rate cards, and customer billing structures.
- Optimise the Dynamics 365 Business Central environment for scalable growth.
Financial Reporting & Analysis
- Prepare monthly management accounts with detailed commentary and variance analysis.
- Lead budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes.
- Provide strategic financial insights to support effective decision-making
Commercial & Strategic Support
- Provide commercial and tax advice to the management and sales teams.
- Lead and grow the back-office and VAT compliance services business unit.
- Participate in leadership meetings, challenging assumptions with data-driven analysis.
- Identify financial risks and implement effective mitigation strategies.
People Leadership
- Manage and mentor the accounting team, fostering professional development.
- Influence both short- and long-term financial strategy across the business.
REQUISITES
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
- Professional qualification: ACA, ACCA, or CIMA.
Experience
- Minimum 5+ years’ experience in a similar Financial Controller role.
- Strong knowledge of Irish/EU VAT across domestic, cross-border, and distance selling.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
- Experience with Jet Reports and Dynamics 365 Business Central is a strong advantage
Skills & Competencies
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organisational ability and attention to detail.
- Proactive, resourceful, and solutions-driven mindset.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a high-performance team
Why This Role?
- A leadership position with real strategic influence across a rapidly scaling business.
- Joining a company at the most exciting point in its three-decade history.
- Clear career acceleration as the business expands and leadership structure evolves.
- A culture that values initiative, innovation, and continuous improvement.
This is a rare opportunity to step into a commercially influential finance leadership role within a business at the peak of its growth trajectory.
With five years of double-digit expansion behind it and bold ambitions to double in size, the business offers the Financial Controller a genuine seat at the table, shaping strategy, driving performance, and leading a team through an exceptional period of scale.
For a commercially minded finance professional who wants more than month-end reporting, this role delivers real ownership, direct MD access, and a clear platform to grow into a CFO-level position as the business evolves.
Contact Damien McCleane for more details or a confidential conversation
