Financial Controller Mayo Our client is recruiting for a Financial Controller to take full ownership of financial stewardship at the companys processing facility. This is a pivotal leadership role, driving profitability, operational efficiency, and strategic decision-making across the organisation. About the Role As Financial Controller, you will oversee all financial operations, from day-to-day accounting to long-term strategic planning. Youll partner closely with operations, production, sales, procurement, and senior leadership. Key Responsibilities: Financial Management & Reporting: Lead all financial operations including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and cashflow management. Produce accurate monthly management accounts. Oversee cost of sales reporting, yield analysis, and margin performance. Manage statutory accounts, audits, and year-end processes. Cost Control & Operational Finance: Monitor production costs, labour efficiency, overheads, and plant KPIs. Analyse carcass yield, trim values, by-product recovery, and line profitability. Partner with operations to improve throughput, reduce waste, and optimise cost etc. Cashflow, Working Capital & Treasury: Lead cashflow forecasting and liquidity planning. Oversee debtor/creditor management and supplier payment cycles. Optimise inventory levels across raw materials, WIP, and finished goods. Compliance & Risk Management: Ensures compliance with financial regulations, tax requirements, and industry standards. Support traceability, food safety, and quality assurance reporting. Maintain insurance, risk registers, and business continuity plan. Strategic Leadership: Provide financial insight to support pricing, procurement, and commercial decisions. Evaluate capital investment proposals (equipment, upgrades, automation). Contribute to long-term business planning and profitability strategies. Act as a key member of the senior management team. Team Leadership: Lead and develop the finance team. Foster a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement. Key Requirement: Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA or equivalent). 7+ years experience in finance; food processing or agri-business desirable. Strong understanding of cost accounting, yield analysis, and margin management. Proficiency with Sage and advanced Excel/data analysis skills. For a confidential discussion and more information on the role of Financial Controller in Mayo, please contactNoeleen Stewart. Castlebar, Ballina, Swinford, Westport, Claremorris, Mayo Skills: Financial Controller Finance manager Senior Financial Accountant