Join Our Client’s Team as a Commercial Controller
Full-time | € Competitive
Donegal
Permanent Role
Ref No: VAC-13603
Are you a strategic finance leader looking to drive growth and make a lasting impact in a dynamic, fast-paced environment? We’re on the lookout for a Commercial Controller to lead a high-performing finance team and partner closely with senior leadership to shape the future of a thriving business within the food manufacturing sector.
This is a pivotal role that blends commercial finance, leadership, strategic insight, and operational excellence – perfect for someone who thrives at the intersection of big-picture thinking and hands-on execution.
About our client:
Our client is a medium-sized food manufacturer based in County Donegal and has established itself as a leading producer of premium, on-the-go dairy foods for the UK and Irish markets. Founded in the late 1990s, the company employs around 80 people and has experienced rapid, sustained growth, doubling unit sales every five years since 2010 and increasing revenues by over 50% in the past four years. Its products are widely available across grocery, convenience, and foodservice channels, with the British market accounting for the majority of revenue.
The business is recognised for its innovation in the healthy convenience food sector and is committed to sustainability, using locally sourced Irish milk and recyclable, biodegradable packaging. Backed by specialist food investors, the company is positioned for further expansion both organically and through strategic acquisitions, while maintaining a strong community presence and a reputation for quality and reliability
What you’ll be doing:
* Act as a strategic finance business partner to the Executive Leadership Team, contributing to key decisions and commercial initiatives.
* Lead and coach a dedicated finance team to exceed functional KPIs and support overall business performance.
* Deliver sharp, actionable insight through timely business reports, board-level financials, rolling forecasts, and annual budgets.
* Identify margin improvement opportunities – from pricing strategies to promotional controls, cost savings, and design-to-value projects.
* Oversee treasury operations, including FX hedging, cash flow management, and invoice discounting strategies.
* Ensure all processes meet accounting standards, legal regulations, and internal governance requirements.
What we’re looking for/Essential Experience & Qualifications:
* Degree educated with a professional accountancy qualification.
* A proven track record (5+ years) in a senior commercial finance role, ideally within the food manufacturing industry and retail customer landscape.
* Experience working in multi-entity, multi-currency environments.
* Strong technical understanding of ERP and business intelligence systems.
* Business governance qualification desirable.
Skills & Strengths:
* A natural leader – capable of inspiring, developing, and holding a team to high standards.
* Commercially sharp – able to bring clarity, insight, and value-focused recommendations to senior leadership.
* Strategic thinker with an eye for detail and the agility to switch between the two.
* Excellent communicator, confident with data, and able to influence cross-functionally at all levels.
* Driven by continuous improvement and results – not afraid to challenge the status quo to move the needle.
Why Join?
This role offers a unique opportunity to be part of a passionate team helping to build something truly special – a growing brand with strong values and ambitions. If you're looking to make a meaningful impact, shape a commercial strategy, and lead with purpose, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and let’s start a conversation about your next big career move.
How to Apply:
If you are a ready to take on an exciting role with an industry leading company then send us your CV and Cover Letter today in confidence.
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