Finance DirectorLocation:Dublin, IrelandFunction:Finance Leadership | Supply Chain & OperationsAbout the RoleA senior finance leader is sought to head the finance function for a major international supply chain hub based in Dublin. This role sits on the leadership team and acts as a strategic partner to executive management, shaping business direction, enabling transformation initiatives, and safeguarding financial performance and compliance.You will guide the financial strategy of the Irish entity, oversee statutory responsibilities, and support ongoing evolution of global supply chain operating models, ensuring high service levels and robust, timely financial insight.Responsibilities:Lead all finance, administrative, tax, legal and risk activities for the Irish operationsEnsure regulatory, trade, and financial compliance across physical and financial flowsOwn delivery of accurate financial reporting; manage relationships with auditors and authoritiesStrengthen internal control frameworks; define remediation plans and drive completionTranslate complex financial information into clear insights for non-finance stakeholdersPartner with leadership on both strategic and operational initiativesProvide financial guidance for business plans and transformation projects in supply chainOversee cash-flow optimization, billing, collection and period-end close processesDrive forecasting, budgeting, and performance monitoring across the organisationProduce impactful reporting for senior executives and local managementLead improvements to financial systems, processes and reporting capabilitiesEnsure ongoing compliance with regulatory and corporate governance requirementsRequirements:Fully qualified accountant (ACCA / ACA / CIMA or equivalent)Experience working in complex, multinational environmentsStrong FP&A expertise alongside deep accounting knowledge (P&L and balance sheet)Demonstrated understanding of internal controls and trade complianceProven track record producing financial statements and management reportsBudgeting, cost analysis and performance management experienceKnowledge of Irish regulatory and tax environment advantageousAdvanced Excel skills; experience with SAP S/4 and Power BI desirablePersonal StrengthsCollaborative leader with strong communication and influencing skillsFluent English essential; additional European languages advantageousHighly organized, able to prioritise and manage multiple workstreamsStrong analytical capability and problem-solving mindsetDetail-oriented, proactive and delivery-focusedDemonstrated success leading teams and managing changeConfident negotiator with strategic thinking abilityComfortable working in dynamic environments and embracing new technologies, including AI-related change