Business Controller

Gaeltec Utilities Limited; Kilkenny; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

competitive compensation package

progression opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

personal development

Cycle to Work Scheme

Job summary

Gaeltec Utilities Limited, Kilkenny, is seeking a commercially minded Business Controller (Projects) to support energy and telecoms operations across Ireland. You will partner with project managers to drive profitability, deliver monthly management accounts and KPI reporting, and oversee budgeting, forecasts, and cash flow.

Reporting to the Finance Director, you will contribute to investment appraisals, maintain internal controls and ensure IFRS compliance, while working with the Finance Team

Qualifications

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or Economics.
• 3–5 years' experience in controlling, FP&A, or project finance.
• Experience in construction, utilities, infrastructure, or telecoms a plus.
• Strong Excel and ERP skills.
• Excellent analytical, communication and stakeholder management.
• ACA/ACCA/CIMA or studying towards one is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead annual budgeting, monthly closings and forecasts.
• Partner with Project Managers to improve project profitability.
• Prepare monthly management accounts, KPIs and variance analysis.
• Deliver accurate reporting to the Company Management Team.
• Support investment appraisals and business cases.
• Coordinate internal and external audits and maintain strong internal controls.
• Ensure IFRS compliance and Irish statutory requirements.
• Identify financial risks and opportunities and advise corrective actions.
• Drive continuous improvement in reporting, budgeting and processes.

Skills

Finance degree

FP&A experience

Project finance experience

Excel skills

ERP skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

ACA/ACCA/CIMA (studying towards)

Education

Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or Economics

ACA/ACCA/CIMA studying towards

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Position: Business Controller Location: Kilkenny Contract: One-year Fixed Term Salary: DOE (paid monthly)

Are you ready to be a vital part of a dynamic and innovative utilities service company? As a leading company in the Energy and Telecoms Industries, Gaeltec Utilities is driven by a collective vision: creating a cleaner, brighter living for our future. Our journey is one of continuous growth and success, we are seeking a candidate who possess a high level of commitment and passion for their role within the company.

In return we offer a competitive compensation package, progression opportunities, Employee Assistance Programme, personal development, and Cycle to Work Scheme.

Overview of role

Gaeltec Utilities is seeking a commercially minded Business Controller (Projects) to support our Energy and Telecommunications operations across Ireland. This role combines business partnering, project financial performance and control, management reporting, ensuring strong financial foundation while supporting operational decision-making and working alongside the Finance Team and the Company’s Management Team, reporting directly to the Finance Director.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the annual budgeting process, monthly closings and forecasts. Monitor project financial and economic performance, including budgets, margins, cash flow and work in progress (WIP).
• Partner with Project Managers to improve project profitability.
• Prepare monthly management accounts, KPIs and variance analysis.
• Deliver accurate reporting to the Company Management Team.
• Support investment appraisals and business cases.
• Coordinate internal and external audits and maintain strong internal controls.
• Ensure compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS, company policies and Irish statutory requirements).
• Identify financial and economic risks and opportunities and recommend appropriate corrective actions.
• Drive continuous improvement in reporting, budgeting and financial processes.

Essential Skills & Knowledge Requirements

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or Economics.
• 3–5 years' experience in controlling, FP&A, management accounting or project finance.
• Experience in construction, utilities, infrastructure, engineering or telecoms is advantageous.
• Strong Excel and ERP skills
• Excellent analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Professional qualification (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) or studying towards one is desirable.

• competitive compensation package
• progression opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• personal development
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Gaeltec Utilities are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating a diverse working environment.