Finance Director, Rapidly growing Irish Plc, Dublin City, Hybrid

BARDEN; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider in Dublin is seeking an experienced Finance Director to lead financial strategy and reporting. This role entails strategic oversight and direct collaboration with the CFO and senior leadership team. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience and is skilled in navigating complex financial environments. Opportunity for significant impact within an esteemed organization with a hybrid working model.

Qualifications

• 10+ years PQE with a proven track record in leadership and strategic influence.
• Thrives in fast-paced, changing environments.
• Ready to make a significant impact in a senior role.

Responsibilities

• Lead Commercial Finance and Financial Reporting.
• Set direction for finance teams and align with board objectives.
• Manage banking relationships and optimize cash flow.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic finance

Financial reporting

Performance analytics

Risk management

Tax compliance

Education

Qualified accountant

Job description

Finance Director, Rapidly growing Irish Plc, Dublin City, Hybrid

Barden have been exclusively retained to introduce an exceptional Finance Director to one of Ireland’s most high profile businesses. This is a C-1, strategic leadership role that will have a huge impact on the future of a dynamic organisation.

This is not just a finance job—it’s a platform for influence, innovation, and impact.

Reporting directly to the CFO, and working closely with all of the SLT, the Director of Finance will lead both Commercial Finance and Financial Reporting, driving performance, governance, and strategic alignment across the business.

Key Areas of Impact will include:

• Strategic Finance Leadership: Set the direction for finance teams, aligning financial strategy with board-level objectives.
• Board Engagement: Deliver high-quality reporting and insights at the highest level, including Audit & Risk Committee presentations.
• Performance Analytics: Lead forecasting, planning, and scenario modelling to inform strategic decisions.
• Treasury & Liquidity: Manage banking relationships, cash flow, and funding structures to optimise resilience.
• Tax & Audit Oversight: Ensure robust compliance and governance across tax strategy and audit cycles.
• Risk & Controls: Build and maintain a strong internal control framework and monitor financial risks.
• Sustainability & CSRD: Contribute to sustainability reporting and ESG initiatives.
• Team Leadership: Shape team structure, drive performance, and lead change across the finance function.

THE PERSON:

• A Qualified accountant with 10+ years PQE and a proven track record of leadership and strategic influence across a best in class organisation.
• Professionals who thrive in fast-paced, ever changing environments.
• Individuals ready to step into a role with visibility, complexity, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact.

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