About The Role
This is a newly created role designed to strengthen and centralise financial reporting oversight across the Flogas business. The Financial Reporting Manager will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and consistency of financial information, while acting as a central point of coordination for internal and external reporting requirements.
The role will have responsibility for group consolidation, statutory and parent company reporting, audit coordination, and the ongoing
enhancement of financial controls and reporting processes. Initially reporting to the Financial Controller, the long-term reporting line will be reviewed as the finance structure continues to evolve.
This position offers a high level of visibility across the organisation and close interaction with senior leadership, the parent company, auditors, and external advisors.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Reporting & Close Process
* Lead and coordinate the monthly financial close and consolidation process across 8 legal entities, ensuring accurate and timely Profit & Loss and Balance Sheet reporting
* Review balance sheet reconciliations and controls, including a rolling deep-dive review of one business unit per month to strengthen control effectiveness
* Produce and review high-quality management information (MI) for Senior Management, including monthly variance analysis in collaboration with the FP&A team
* Support analytical requirements for senior leadership presentations and ad-hoc reporting requests
Statutory, Group & Parent Company Reporting
* Review statutory accounts and manage the year-end audit process, acting as the primary liaison with external auditors
* Own parent company reporting requirements, acting as the key point of contact with the plc group reporting team
* Manage year-end and interim reporting processes, including preparation of bi-annual notes to accounts for the plc parent company
* Review and report on weekly debtor positions prior to submission to the parent company
Governance, Controls & Compliance
* Act as the primary liaison for group internal audit, overseeing remediation actions and tracking progress against agreed timelines
* Develop and maintain standard operating procedures for key judgement and control areas, in line with internal audit recommendations
* Compile and review monthly financial control checklists and ensure adherence to internal control frameworks and operational risk requirements
* Support the implementation of new accounting standards, regulatory changes, and group reporting requirements
External Stakeholders
* Act as the central point of contact for tax compliance matters, coordinating with external tax advisors and parent company tax teams
Leadership & Culture
* Promote a high-performance, inclusive culture aligned with organisational values
* Provide support and guidance across the wider finance team, fostering strong reporting discipline and continuous improvement
Candidate Profile:
* The successful candidate will be a fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with a minimum of three years' post-qualification experience and a strong technical accounting background.
* They will have demonstrable experience in:
* Financial reporting, group consolidation, and statutory accounts preparation
* Managing external audits and working with auditors and advisors
* Operating within a controlled, compliance-focused finance environment
* Highly organised and detail-oriented, the individual will be comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. They will bring strong analytical capability, sound professional judgement, and excellent communication skills, enabling them to engage effectively with senior stakeholders and non-finance colleagues.
About Flogas:
Part of the DCC Group, Flogas Ireland was established in 1978 supplying Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) throughout the island and to this day remains one of the leading suppliers in Ireland, servicing a diverse range of market sectors, including commercial, agricultural, and domestic.
Over the years, Flogas has evolved and grown as an Energy business, and with the acquisition of Budget Energy, based in Derry, and Flogas Enterprise Solutions, (formally known as Naturgy) we are now also a leading supplier of Natural Gas and Electricity, as well as Renewables, including Corporate Power Purchase Agreements, and energy services in both residential and commercial markets across the island of Ireland. We have an esteemed reputation within the Energy Industry and have been awarded the NSAI Quality System Certificate from the I.S. EN ISO 9001 Series.
As a Flogas Group, we are now driving our growth strategy to achieve our vision of being Irelands leading provider of total energy solutions, meeting our customers changing needs and delivering to the highest possible standard.
Why work with us?
Flogas is a well-established business within the DCC group and is continuing to grow, becoming a top provider in the energy sector, making it a very exciting time to be part of the Flogas Group. We offer a warm and welcoming environment, valuing our people and their input into the business. We encourage a collaborative workplace, where everyone feels included and heard.
Benefits:
* Competitive Salary
* Defined Pension Contribution
* Healthcare Allowance
* Staff discounts
* Hybrid work options (role dependant)
* Health and Wellbeing Supports
* Learning and Development Opportunities
* Career Advancement is important to us in Flogas. All our roles are advertised internally, and we encourage internal progression right across the business.
Flogas is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.