Finance Controller - Lead Growth, Reporting & Strategy

Harper Finley Professional Recruitment; Blanchardstown; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Harper Finley Professional Recruitment is seeking an experienced Financial Controller in Blanchardstown, Ireland, to own the finance function and provide strategic financial support to senior leadership.

You will oversee monthly reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow, while driving improvements to controls and systems in a growing Irish business. The role offers close interaction with senior leaders and a broad, impactful remit.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in a finance/accounting role at Financial Controller or senior level.
• Experience in management accounts, financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting.
• Strong commercial mindset and attention to detail.
• Ability to work autonomously and take ownership of the finance function.
• Experience in an SME or growing organisation is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full finance function and day-to-day accounting operations.
• Prepare monthly management accounts, financial reports and performance analysis.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management.
• Ensure accurate month-end and year-end reporting.
• Manage relationships with external auditors, accountants and stakeholders.
• Improve financial controls, systems and reporting processes.
• Provide commercial insights to support decision-making.
• Support senior management with financial planning and strategy.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Forecasting

Commercial acumen

Autonomy

Job description

Harper Finley Professional Recruitment is seeking an experienced Financial Controller in Blanchardstown, Ireland, to own the finance function and provide strategic financial support to senior leadership.

You will oversee monthly reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow, while driving improvements to controls and systems in a growing Irish business. The role offers close interaction with senior leaders and a broad, impactful remit.