Location
Dublin
Overview
We are hiring a Head of Finance to lead the Irish business of a well‑established financial services organisation. This is a senior leadership role with full ownership of the finance function and a key position on the Executive Committee. Reporting to the CEO, you will play a critical role in shaping strategy, driving financial performance, and ensuring a robust control and regulatory environment. This role operates as a PCF 11 Controlled Function, carrying significant regulatory responsibility and accountability.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
Partner with the CEO and Exco to define and deliver business strategy and long‑term growth plans
Provide strong commercial insight and challenge to support key decision‑making
Support pricing strategy and new business initiatives
Financial Control & Reporting
Ensure a best‑in‑class financial control and governance environment
Oversee delivery of statutory accounts, regulatory and tax reporting
Act as a key contact for auditors and internal stakeholders
Maintain robust financial and regulatory reporting frameworks
Performance & Planning
Lead budgeting, forecasting and reforecasting processes
Deliver clear and insightful performance reporting to Exco
Drive accountability for financial targets across the business
Risk & Regulatory Oversight
Identify, manage and report financial risks to relevant committees
Play a key role in governance and risk frameworks
Ensure full compliance with all regulatory requirements and frameworks applicable to a PCF 11 role
Leadership
Lead and develop a high‑performing finance team
Foster an inclusive, performance‑driven culture
Drive talent development and succession planning
Skills & Experience
Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
Proven senior finance leadership experience within financial services
Strong commercial acumen across financial control and FP&A
Experience operating at Executive / Board level
Track record of leading high‑performing teams
Critical Requirement
PCF 11 experience
This is a regulated leadership role requiring approval by the Central Bank
Candidates must demonstrate strong experience in governance, regulatory reporting and financial control within a regulated environment
Desirable
Experience in lending, asset finance or similar regulated sectors
Why consider this role?
Executive‑level position with significant strategic and regulatory responsibility
High‑impact role with direct CEO and Board interaction
Opportunity to shape and grow a key business unit
Strong visibility within a regulated financial services environment
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