Overview
Our client, a market-leading Irish educational publisher, seeks a dynamic Finance Manager / Senior Management Accountant to join their finance team. Reporting directly to the CFO, this role offers broad, senior-level experience with a clearly defined pathway to CFO succession. This is a leadership development opportunity with structured mentoring, strategic project involvement, and a direct route to CFO.
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare consolidated monthly management accounts, budgets, and forecasts for group entities
* Lead financial modelling and strategic analysis to support decision-making across markets
* Oversee cost accounting, royalties, and rights management processes
* Drive process automation, system enhancements, and financial controls
* Support strategic initiatives including market expansion and digital transformation
* Mentor junior team members and contribute to cross-departmental projects
* Ensure compliance with multi-jurisdictional accounting and reporting standards
Qualifications
* ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified with 5–7 years’ experience, ideally in a multi-entity environment
* Strong financial analysis, budgeting, and reporting expertise
* Advanced Excel and ERP system skills
* Proven ability to influence at senior level and deliver commercial insights
* Knowledge of publishing or education sectors (advantageous)
Seniority
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Finance and Accounting/Auditing
* Industries: Book and Periodical Publishing
Location
Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
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