Location:North DublinCompensation:up to €90k basic plus 20% bonus, pension, health, 25 days ALHybrid:Yes (2 days WFH)Job type:Full-time, permanentOur SME subsidiary client is looking to welcome an experienced and operationally hands-onFinancial Controllerto join their team as #1 role in the department. You will mentor and manage a finance team, working with the UK entity and group on strategic growth of the Irish division.Key Responsibilities:Prepare and present accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with local GAAP and IFRSAnalyze financial data to identify trends, potential risks, and opportunities for improvement, providing insights to support strategic decision-making and business growthTake full ownership of a detailed budgeting and forecasting processMonitor actual performance against budgeted targets, identifying variances and recommending corrective actions as neededManage the local team providing leadership, guidance, and mentoring to ensure their professional growthWork closely stakeholders (internal/external, local/international)Key Skills:Qualified Accountant with 5 years' PQE (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with c. 3 years' experience in people managementStrong understanding of audit, GAAP, IFRS principlesSkilled in financial reporting, budgeting, and forecastingA highly organised individual with excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skillsDemonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levelsSAP experience is preferred