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Location: Abbeyleix. Co. Laois
Reports to: CEO
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Industry: Residential Care / Healthcare
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Company Overview
At Harmony we focus on the care, safety and protection of our children. Our incredible team ensures that each individual child’s goals and potential are fully supported, nurtured and given every opportunity to grow, make mistakes, have positive experiences, learn new skills and most importantly, develop a sense of safety and security. We strongly believe that a child-centred approach, focused on relationships and empathy, positively promotes the wellbeing of our children. Harmony maintains stability, ensures reliability and inspires hope by consistently upholding the highest standards in children's residential services. Harmony is a regulated and approved provider of children's residential services, operating under contract with Tusla.
Position Summary
We are a growing Irish SME operating within the residential care sector, providing high-quality, person-centered care to young adults across multiple locations. With a strong commitment to compassionate service, regulatory compliance, and sustainable growth, we are seeking a qualified Financial Controller to join our senior management team.
The Financial Controller will play a key strategic and operational role in leading the financial management of the company. This includes overseeing financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and regulatory compliance. The successful candidate will provide financial insights to support business decision-making, enhance operational efficiency, and support sustainable growth.
Competitive salary package
Opportunities for professional development
Supportive and values-driven workplace culture
About The Role
Key Responsibilities
Oversee all company accounting practices, including the preparation of financial statements, monthly management accounts, and statutory returns.
Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting processes, working closely with department heads and operational managers.
Manage cash flow, working capital, and liquidity to support operational needs and strategic investments.
Maintain strong internal controls and financial policies across the organisation.
Ensure that all Service level agreements are in place and that the terms are adhered to.
Prepare regular financial reports and analysis for the CEO.
Liaise with external auditors, advisors, banks, and other stakeholders.
Support financial due diligence and feasibility assessments for potential new care homes or service expansions, including creating specific project budgets.
Monitor and manage payroll, pensions, and supplier payments in collaboration with HR and operations teams.
Contribute to strategic planning and risk management initiatives.
Oversee organisation spending on Pleo, ensuing we are within agreed limits.
Manage monthly invoicing.
Take a lead role in market analysis including ongoing benchmarking.
Assist with the property acquisition process, including liaising with agents, banks, consultants and solicitors.
Skills Needed
About The Company
Our mission is to provide whatever supports are required to assist individuals in reaching their potential and becoming integrated into their community.
Company Culture
Harmony Residential Care’s team of fully qualified professionals work alongside individuals, their family, the HSE and any other clinical professionals with a legitimate interest in the individual’s progression and development.
Desired Criteria
Required Criteria
* Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA) with 3+ years of post-qualification experience. Good communication skills Strong people skills Prior experience in the residential care, healthcare, or a regulated service environment is preferred. Strong understanding of Irish accounting standards, tax, and regulatory compliance. Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills. Ability to work both strategically and hands-on in a fast-paced SME environment. Proficient in accounting systems (Xero) and advanced Excel skills. Experience working closely with operations and senior leadership.
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