Finance Manager – Financial Controls & Governance
Location: Dublin North
Contract: Permanent
We are seeking an experienced Finance Manager to join a growing finance function and play a key role in strengthening financial control, governance, and reporting frameworks. This is a strategic role, ideal for someone with a strong technical accounting background who enjoys enhancing processes, driving efficiency, and partnering with senior stakeholders.
About the Role
Reporting to the Financial Controller, the Finance Manager will lead initiatives to improve financial control environments, ensure robust statutory reporting, and embed best practices across the finance team. You will have a wide remit, working closely with senior leadership to influence decision-making and ensure the highest standards of governance and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Control & Process Optimization
* Review and enhance existing financial control processes, identifying opportunities for improvement.
* Lead the development of stronger balance sheet reconciliation procedures and introduce automation where possible.
* Strengthen governance frameworks, including authorisation controls and policy adherence.
* Produce and maintain detailed process documentation and EUC standards to support end-to-end finance operations.
* Embed improved processes and ensure effective handover to BAU teams.
Financial Reporting & Audit
* Manage the preparation of statutory financial statements and supporting documentation.
* Act as a key contact for external auditors, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of audit requirements.
* Ensure compliance with accounting policies and corporate reporting standards.
Continuous Improvement & Systems Development
* Drive finance transformation initiatives to improve operational efficiency.
* Support implementation of new systems, tools, and technologies to enhance automation and data integrity.
* Evaluate financial processes and ensure alignment with broader regulatory and reporting requirements.
Risk Management & Compliance
* Maintain risk logs and monitor follow-up actions.
* Perform root cause analysis of control issues and partner with teams to implement corrective measures.
* Promote a strong culture of governance, control, and accountability.
Skills & Experience
Essential
* Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
* Strong background in financial control and statutory reporting.
* Proven experience improving processes and embedding governance frameworks.
Desirable
* Familiarity with finance automation tools
* Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP).
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