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Introduction:
Bunzl Ireland is seeking an experienced and commercially mindedHead of Financeto join our growing Finance team based in Dublin. This is a key leadership role focused on driving profitability through actionable insights, operational excellence, and strong cross - functional collaboration.
You will support the Finance Director, while leading the core Finance team, embedding a culture of Planning, Processing, Checking, and Reporting. The remit includes maximising performance against key metrics such as PBIT and Working Capital to Sales percentage targets, ensuring strong alignment with the Financial Shared Services Centre, and maintaining audit excellence across Financial, Internal (Bunzl Plc), and ISO standards.
This role is ideal for a strategic leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about improving financial control and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
Operations Finance
Partner with the Operations Director, Head of Supply Chain, and Head of Purchasing to:
* Maximise efficiency across core operations.
* Maintain accurate forecasts for margin, cost, and cash.
* Conduct “what-if” analysis projects to drive business improvement.
* Track KPIs and collaborate with management to identify issues, implement improvements, and monitor progress.
Operations Overheads
* Manage supplier rebates and support.
* Oversee stock adjustments, stock control, quarantined stock, and cycle count audits.
* Handle customs accounting, VAT, Intrastat, and 46G reporting.
Financial Shared Services
Collaborate with the Finance Business Partner (Financial Control) to:
* Ensure smooth operation of general accounting.
* Achieve supplier invoice matching rates above 80%.
* Implement controls and processes to ensure the accuracy, timeliness, and consistency of work delivered by the FSSC.
* Ensure Bunzl Ireland’s teams interface effectively with the FSSC through robust processes.
Finance Director Support
* Prepare Directors’ Management Pack and Finance Team Management Pack.
* Act as GDPR Champion.
* Manage insurance and legal matters.
* Contribute to the development of the 3-year strategic plan.
* Oversee cash and working capital management.
* Supervise taxation, payroll, intercompany transactions, and IFRS 16 reporting.
* Coordinate month-end reporting.
Budgeting and Forecasting
* Lead monthly forecasting processes.
* Coordinate the annual budgeting cycle.
People Management
* Manage a team of capable finance professionals at various career stages.
* Enhance productivity through automation, AI, and well-defined systems and procedures.
Skills and Competencies
* Organised and logical thinker.
* Results-oriented and efficient.
* Inquisitive and data-driven.
* Eager to learn and grow.
* Friendly yet persistent.
* Patient and committed to building robust control frameworks.
* Ambitious, with aspirations to become Finance Director.
Quality of Work
* High attention to detail and thoroughness.
* Methodical and logical approach.
* Works at a pace suited to a fast-moving business and meets deadlines consistently.
Management
* Capable of planning and managing team workloads.
* Identifies strengths and development areas in staff and supports their growth.
Teamwork
* Builds and maintains strong working relationships.
* Shares relevant information and resources while respecting confidentiality.
* Adapts and contributes to team goals and success.
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
* Communicates clearly and concisely.
* Tailors messaging to suit different audiences.
* Demonstrates diplomacy and fairness in all interactions.
Initiative
* Self-starter who can design and manage work programmes.
* Committed to continuous improvement.
* Adapts to change and uses resources effectively.
* Takes on new challenges and supports others willingly.
Technical Skills
* Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
* Experience with ERP systems.
* Familiarity with AI or automation tools to improve team efficiency (desirable but not essential).
Experience
* Qualified accountant.
* Ready to progress to a Finance Director role within 2–3 years.
* Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a finance management role.
* Experience in distribution or manufacturing (desirable but not essential).
Benefits and Rewards
We offer competitive pay and benefits, including:
* Company pension scheme
* Share Save Plan
* Long service awards
* Enhanced maternity/paternity pay
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Life assurance
* 20 days annual leave (increasing to 25 with service)
* Option to purchase additional holidays
* Cycle to Work Scheme
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Accounting/Auditing, Finance, and Strategy/Planning
* Industries
Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage, Financial Services, and Warehousing and Storage
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