Financial ControllerOverviewWe're hiring a commercially-minded, hands-on Financial Controller to lead day-to-day finance across a multi-million turnover group with multiple legal entities across jurisdictions. This is a broad role covering end-to-end finance: ownership of the P&L, strong financial control, statutory reporting, tax and compliance, and practical leadership of a small team. You'll also drive improvements, including process optimisation and ERP implementation.Key ResponsibilitiesFull ownership of monthly management accounts and P&L for multiple entities, including variance analysis and clear commentary.Lead month-end close: accruals, prepayments, journals, balance sheet reconciliations and review.Prepare consolidated reporting where required, including intercompany reconciliations and eliminations.Produce timely, accurate MI packs (KPIs, performance trends, cash, working capital, margin analysis).Maintain strong controls across revenue recognition, costs, provisions, FX, and intercompany.Oversee AP function: supplier management, payment runs, approvals, controls, query resolution, and process discipline.Oversee AR function: billing accuracy, credit control, debtor days, dispute resolution, cash allocation and reporting.Payroll review: ensure payroll is accurate and compliant, reconcile payroll control accounts, review deductions and reporting, and partner with HR/outsourced payroll provider.Prepare statutory accounts for multiple entities (Irish/UK GAAP and/or IFRS depending on group requirements).Manage tax compliance across jurisdictions, including:VAT returns and reconciliationsPAYE/PRSI/UK payroll taxes oversightCorporation tax computations support, liaising with external tax advisorsDrive process improvement across order-to-cash, procure-to-pay, month-end close and reporting—reduce manual work and strengthen controls.Manage and develop a small finance team: coaching, task allocation, performance standards, and cover planning.Skills & Experience RequiredQualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent).Strong track record as a Financial Controller / Finance Manager / Senior Accountant in a multi-entity environment.Experience across multi-jurisdiction reporting and complianceSolid understanding of statutory accounts preparation and audit management.Strong working knowledge of VAT and payroll controls; comfortable coordinating tax compliance with advisors.Hands-on attitude: comfortable operating at detail level while still owning the bigger picture.Clear communicator who can challenge constructively and bring non-finance stakeholders with you.