Job Title: Financial Controller Location: Dublin City Centre Working Model: Hybrid - 3 days in the office Abrivia are currently recruiting for a Financial Controller to join our client, a global insurance group, at the early stage of their operations in the Irish market. This is a newly created position in Dublin City Centre, offering a unique opportunity to work directly with the CFO and play a key role in building and shaping the local finance function. The successful candidate will take on broad financial responsibilities, including reporting, audit, tax, budgeting, and internal controls, while supporting the development of a best-in-class finance team in Ireland. Your Role: Act as a strategic finance partner to the CFO, providing hands-on support across all financial matters Lead the setup, growth and day-to-day management of the Irish finance team Oversee monthly financial reporting, annual budgeting, and forecasting processes Own the internal and external audit cycle and ensure full year-end readiness Manage corporation tax and VAT compliance for the Irish entity and associated European branches Improve internal financial controls and standardise documentation and procedures Contribute to the continued development and success of the Irish operation as part of a wider global insurance group Your Skills: Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with 6+ years' post-qualified experience Experience in the insurance or reinsurance sector is essential Prior industry experience required, audit background considered only if insurance clients were included Strong technical knowledge across financial reporting, tax and audit Proven ability to lead, mentor and develop a finance team Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to process improvement Comfortable working in a growing, dynamic environment Should this position be of interest to you please call Tadhg at. Applications are in strict confidence. Skills: accountant financial controller finance manager insurance