Job Title: Head of Finance – IPO ReadinessSector: SaaS – PE BackedLocation: DublinSalary: €130,000 - €150,000 plus Bonus, Equity, Health & PensionOur ClientOur client is a SaaS company who are strongly considering an IPO within the next 2 years. They are well positioned to achieve this goal but require a new Head of Finance to come and work closely with the senior leadership team in a replacement role.Why should you apply?This is a unique role that will enable the successful candidate to gain unrivalled experience to all that takes to continue the growth trajectory of a company looking to IPO. The successful candidate will play a key role in all decision making from a financial perspective so will be required to further develop the financial and operational strategy to continue the companies exciting expansion plans.Who should apply?From speaking with our client, prior SaaS experience is essential given the scope of the role. We believe that a candidate with the following would be advantageous:Qualified accountant who trained in a Big 4/Top 6 firmIndustry experience or working in the FAAS of a large firmStrong grounding in financial reportingCommercial awarenessPrior experience of reporting to the Board or VC/PE FirmProven track record in the delivery of operational excellenceAbility to business partner with key internal and external stakeholders.Role and Reporting LinesReporting to the CFO, the role offers will be incredibly to include:Reporting - Preparation of quarterly management accounts, B/S recs, year-end accounts, liaising with auditors, and preparation of audited financial statementsFinancial modelling, monthly projections and cashflow planningWorking with the commercial team to set realistic/tangible budgets and forecasts coupled investigating variancesCompliance - Ensuring financial compliance across various structuresFinance Operations - Hands-on involvement in IPO Readiness structuringBanking - quarterly banking compliance certificate completions, managing senior debt functionTax planning, liaising with tax advisorsAd hoc project work at the request of the PE firmInterested in this position?To apply, please submit your CV to Niall O'Kelly who is managing this assignment via the link below or to inquire further please contact Niall directly at or