A high-growth, Private Equity backed international group is seeking a
Group Financial Controller
to lead global financial control, reporting, and operational finance. Reporting directly to the CFO, this role oversees all group accounting, month-end delivery, tax, audit, treasury, and finance systems across multiple jurisdictions. This role is remote with an expectation to attend the Dublin office upon occasion
This is a senior leadership position, partnering closely with regional finance leads and senior executives to drive accuracy, efficiency, and scalability across the finance function, running a team of 40+ around the world. International matrix style management experience is imperative.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Control & Operations
* Lead global financial control, R2R, P2P, AP, cash and month-end close activities.
* Maintain accurate, timely financial records across all entities.
* Improve scalability through automation, centralisation and consistent policies.
* Own the Group reporting calendar and ensure deadlines are met.
* Maintain accounting policies, SOPs, and key controls.
* Oversee finance systems (ERP, AP, expense and travel tools) and support rollouts and enhancements.
Audit, Tax & VAT
* Manage the Group audit cycle and external auditor relationships.
* Ensure IFRS compliance and adherence to local regulatory requirements.
* Oversee tax, VAT/GST compliance and partner with advisors to meet filing deadlines.
* Drive internal audit actions and strengthen financial governance.
Financial Reporting & Management Accounting
* Deliver monthly consolidated management accounts with accuracy and insight.
* Prepare financial reporting for the CFO, Board and investors.
* Ensure consistent reporting across product lines/business units.
Treasury
* Implement treasury management systems and cash pooling.
* Oversee cash flow forecasting, liquidity management and external financing.
* Ensure covenant compliance and effective risk management.
Planning & Analysis
* Partner with FP&A on KPI reporting, budgeting and forecasting.
* Provide accurate data and insights for decision-making.
Strategic Projects & Collaboration
* Lead on finance transformation initiatives, systems upgrades and process improvement.
* Support M&A activity, integrations, and market expansion projects.
* Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders across the business.
Team Leadership
* Develop and lead a high-performing finance team.
* Build a scalable structure and foster a culture of collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement.
* Set performance goals and support professional development.
Requirements
* Professional accounting qualification (ACCA, ACA, CPA, CA or equivalent).
* Extensive experience in senior finance leadership roles within complex, multi-entity groups.
* Strong group consolidation and multi-jurisdiction reporting experience.
* Proven exposure to regulated environments (e.g., Ireland, UK, Luxembourg).
* Experience with acquisitions and integrations is advantageous.
* Strong systems literacy – ideally with ERP tools (e.g., Intacct), automation platforms and advanced Excel/PowerPoint.
* Excellent communicator with a proactive, hands-on leadership style.
* Highly organised, adaptable, and comfortable in fast-paced, high-growth environments.
Please reach out to me - Hannah Alderson @ twentyAI for more information