Barden are delighted to be exclusively appointed by a large Irish Business to identify a commercially focused Financial Controller to lead the finance function. This is a key appointment for the company and will form part of the Senior Leadership team within the business.
Reporting to an impressive Finance Director, you will be responsible for leading a large team of finance professionals with full ownership of all Financial Control related activities. There is a wide remit in this role where you will partner with internal and external stakeholders to deliver high-quality financial reporting and drive operational excellence.
If you are interest in learning more about this opportunity and would like a conversation in confidence, please contact Denis Galvin (denis.galvin@barden.ie) or Caroline Frawley (caroline.frawley@barden.ie).
ABOUT THE ROLE
* Lead, develop and mentor a large team across financial control, operations, AP/AR, payroll, and treasury.
* Own end-to-end accounting processes, including management accounts, balance sheet, and financial controls.
* Deliver high-quality statutory reporting across legal entities; liaise with auditors and the board.
* Manage all tax and regulatory compliance, acting as primary contact with taxation authorities.
* Drive the budgeting and forecasting process in collaboration with senior stakeholders.
* Oversee group reporting including financial, regulatory, and ESG disclosures.
* Champion ongoing systems and process improvements to enhance efficiency and reporting quality.
ABOUT THE PERSON
* Proven leader with 7+ years’ experience in financial control and team management.
* ACA/ACCA qualified with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Commercially focused with a track record of delivering results and meeting KPIs.
* Effective communicator with the ability to influence at all levels.
* Highly motivated, energetic, and adaptable under pressure.
* Technically proficient with Excel, MS Office, and ERP systems.
* Strong collaboration skills with a hands-on, can-do mindset.
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