Tirlán, is a world‑class food and nutrition co‑operative, with a diverse portfolio of quality ingredients, leading consumer and agri brands.
We nurture a talented team across Ireland, the US, MEA and China, delivering annual revenues of circa €3 billion, and over 2,100 people to manage our network of 11 processing plants and 52 agri branches. Our purpose is to nourish the world, while safeguarding our environment for future generations.
Role Profile
Reporting to the Chief Financial & Secretariat Officer, this Senior Leadership role is responsible for the strategic oversight and operational excellence of Group Cash Management, Treasury Operations, Tax & Central Procurement.
Responsibilities
Treasury Operations
Owner of Group Treasury policy, ensuring best practice levels of governance, compliance & controls, to include the effective management of currency and interest rate risk as part of the Group profit assurance framework
Provide for effective funding management, ensuring optimal debt drawdown from available facilities in balance with the Group’s ongoing liquidity needs
Ensure optimum business banking service levels & solutions in response to both existing and emerging Group requirements
Work with the Treasury Operations Team to deliver ongoing process efficiency initiatives and Treasury platform evolution
Cash Management
Responsible for Group liquidity, to include the delivery of peak, average and year‑end cash performance targets, in addition to lender covenant compliance
Oversight of the Group cash forecasting platform, with delivery of predictive analysis to determine short and medium‑term probable outcomes versus target
Ensure performance driven actions are taken in collaboration with commercial stakeholder groups in order to proactively deliver on cash generation imperatives
Strategic Financing
Responsible for the delivery of optimum capitalisation structures for the Group, across senior debt, value chain finance and potentially bond‑related instruments
Manage corporate banking relationships both individually and across lending syndicate structures, whilst ensuring optimum pricing / cost outcomes
Act as a key advisor to the Chief Financial & Secretariat Officer and Executive Leadership Team with regard to funding structures in support of the strategic growth ambitions of the Co‑Op
Owner of investment reporting & performance tracking with a view to ensuring full clarity at both Executive and Board levels
Procurement
Oversee the effective provision of services by working with the Head of Procurement to ensure:
Effective leverage of Group purchasing scale & synergy opportunities
High performing pricing positions across central purchasing categories
Strong pricing risk management, particularly in commoditised cost areas
Robust procurement policy, compliance & controls, to include optimum operational efficiency of SAP procurement mechanisms
Collaborative value‑add delivery in conjunction with material spend owners
Tax
Oversee the effective provision of services by working with the Head of Tax to ensure:
Robust compliance frameworks, together with strong risk management
Fulfilment of statutory returns across direct and indirect tax categories
Ongoing review of tax structure efficiency for the Group, to include the support of the strategic growth ambitions of Co‑Op
Ongoing review of the tax legislation landscape, with a proactive view of emerging changes with potential to impact the Group
Effective management of Revenue relationships and strong oversight of Revenue audit activity
Lead a high‑performing team by fostering a collaborative and inclusive culture that encourages innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement
Motivate and engage team members by setting clear expectations, providing regular feedback, and supporting professional development to ensure individuals reach their full potential
Requirements
Degree qualified, with relevant membership of a recognised Accounting or Treasury related body
10+ years post qualification experience within a large, dynamic Corporate environment
Strategic mindset, with a willingness to consider the future‑state within decision‑making frameworks
Strong commercial acumen, with experience of value‑add delivery
Exposure to banking structures and the capitalisation of large Corporates
Robust exposure to control, compliance and policy environments
Proven track‑record of cash management target delivery is desirable
Strong people management and development skills
Strong leadership & collaboration skills, with the ability to successfully manage both internal and external stakeholder relationships
We offer
Free parking incl. EV charging – where applicable
On‑site gym in Kilkenny free to use for employees
Parenting room
Work/life balance and collaborative work culture
Career progression opportunities
About us
Through our expertise in research and development, customer insights, food safetyand state‑of‑the‑art manufacturing we bring innovative food and nutrition solutions to a global market. Our new and vibrant headquarters in Kilkenny City operates as a collaboration hub where multi‑functional teams come together in a hybrid work environment.
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
We believe in the value of difference. We know that different perspectives, life experience and backgrounds can drive innovation and deliver growth.
We welcome people from all walks of life without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, or disability status.
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