Lakeland Dairies Co‑operative Society Limited (The Group) is the second largest dairy processor on the island of Ireland, operating across 16 counties with over 3,200 family farms. The Group supplies high‑quality dairy products and ingredients to a global customer base, including 240 products in more than 100 countries.
Lakeland Dairies – Finance Shared Services Manager
We are seeking an experienced, driven Finance Shared Services Manager to lead our Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP) functions within the Financial Services & Treasury team. This hands‑on leadership role focuses on operational excellence, strategic enablement, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead AR and AP teams to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant financial processing.
* Deliver month‑end close, reconciliations, and reporting to Group deadlines.
* Prepare monthly forecasts and cashflow impact analysis.
* Ensure balance‑sheet accuracy and produce monthly KPI reporting packs.
* Design and enhance financial processes and controls.
* Champion automation and digitalisation initiatives.
* Establish and monitor KPIs to drive performance and stakeholder satisfaction.
* Collaborate with Procurement, Commercial and Treasury teams.
* Provide data‑driven insights to improve debtor/creditor performance.
* Strengthen cashflow forecasting and working‑capital management.
* Maintain robust internal controls and ensure audit/statutory compliance.
* Uphold GDPR and data‑retention policies.
* Support external audits with timely and accurate data provision.
* Build and develop a high‑performing Shared Services team.
* Mentor and coach team members, fostering a culture of accountability and learning.
* Drive career development and succession planning.
Qualifications & Skills
* Proven experience leading AR/AP or Shared Services in a complex, multi‑entity environment.
* Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) preferred.
* Strong analytical, commercial and problem‑solving skills.
* Demonstrated success in process improvement and automation.
* Skilled people leader with excellent communication and stakeholder management.
* Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.) and advanced Excel; data‑analytics tools a plus.
* Resilient, adaptable and results‑driven.
Lakeland Dairies Ltd is committed to having an inclusive workplace where every employee feels they belong. If you require accommodations to be made during the recruitment process or have questions relating to accessibility, please contact us at 049 436 4200 or email example@lakeland.ie
Seniority level
* Mid–Senior level
Employment type
* Full‑time
Job function
* Finance, Accounting/Auditing, and Management
* Industries: Food and Beverage Services and Manufacturing
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