Financial Controller – Large SME, Construction-related, Reporting To: Company Directors, Leadership role
A rapidly growing construction-related SME based in East Cork/West Waterford is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to take full ownership of the finance function across its Irish, UK, and German entities. This newly created senior role offers the opportunity to influence strategic decision-making and drive financial excellence across the group.
The successful candidate will ensure the delivery of accurate monthly reporting, statutory compliance, and meaningful commercial insights that support the company's continued expansion.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Management & Reporting
* Full responsibility for managing the finance function across all group companies.
* Preparation of monthly management accounts for Irish, UK, and German entities.
* Preparation of annual financial statements for all group companies.
* Cashflow forecasting, monitoring, and management.
* Budget preparation and reporting on variances.
Compliance & Audit
* Ensure full tax compliance including Corporation Tax, VAT, PAYE, PRSI, and USC.
* Liaise with external auditors during annual audits and support consolidation of group accounts.
Process Improvement & Systems Development
* Lead continuous improvement initiatives across finance processes.
* Review and enhance job costing and margin reporting systems.
* Oversee improvements to financial systems, including purchase ordering and creditor ledger processes.
* Support the implementation of new systems and technologies.
Commercial & Operational Support
* Provide financial insights to support commercial decision-making.
* Assist Quantity Surveyors during tendering for new projects.
* Support operational management as required.
* Undertake additional ad hoc duties as they arise.
Leadership
* Lead, mentor, and motivate finance teams in Ireland and the UK.
* Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Candidate Profile
Essential
* Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, ACMA, CPA).
* Minimum 5 years' post-qualification experience in a busy finance environment.
* Proven experience implementing financial systems or process improvements.
* Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence decision-making.
* Excellent leadership, communication, and people-management skills.
* Highly computer-literate with strong proficiency in financial software and Excel.
* Self-driven, motivated, and capable of working independently.
* Flexible to travel nationally and internationally as required.
* A proactive, "can-do" attitude.
Desirable
* Experience in the construction or manufacturing sectors.
* Experience working within a multi-entity or international group structure.
What's in It for You
* Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
* Opportunity to work at senior level in a dynamic, fast-growing Irish business.
* Significant influence on financial strategy and business performance.
* Strong potential for future career progression as the company continues to expand.
Skills
* Accounting responsibility
* Financial reporting
* People Management
* Tax compliance
* Commercial decision making
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