Finance Manager

nan; Waterford; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Q1 Scientific in Waterford seeks a Finance Manager to lead monthly management accounts, budgets, and reporting for our Irish operations within a regulated life sciences environment.

This role reports to the Site Manager, supervising a team of three finance professionals and driving financial planning, compliance, and cross-functional collaboration with group finance across borders.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant with 5+ years post-qualification experience.
• Experience in commercial/operational finance preferred.
• SAP expertise is essential; proficiency with other financial systems is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of monthly management accounts (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow).
• Deliver monthly reporting packs for entities and align with group standards.
• Coordinate submission of monthly/quarterly reports to US-based Group Finance on time.
• Prepare and maintain monthly forecasts, highlighting risks and opportunities.
• Oversee regulatory tax submissions (VAT, VIES, RTD, P30, 46G) and ensure compliance.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of three finance professionals.

Skills

SAP

Excel

Education

Fully qualified accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA)

Tools

Other financial systems

Job description

Q1 Scientific is a fast‑growing, trusted provider of outsourced, cGMP‑compliant stability storage, working with leading pharmaceutical and medical device companies from sites across Ireland, Belgium and the US. Known for our 100% on‑time sample pull rate and world‑class facilities, we support critical healthcare products with temperature‑controlled storage, from ultra‑low ‑80°C through to +50°C. Following an internal promotion, we are now seeking a Finance Manager to join our Waterford team.

Recently recognised with an Operational Excellence Award at the Pharma Industry Awards, Q1 Scientific is proud of the standards, systems and people behind our success. You’ll join a collaborative, high‑performing team that plays a meaningful role in global healthcare, with the opportunity to grow your career in a regulated, international life sciences environment.

We are seeking applicants for the position of Finance Manager to join our team. This role will report directly to the Site Manager for Waterford and will be a pivotal role in our growing Finance department.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of monthly management accounts, including Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow statements, for Q1 scientific sites.
• Deliver comprehensive monthly reporting packs for both entities, ensuring accuracy, insight, and alignment with group reporting standards.
• Manage the submission of all monthly and quarterly financial reports to the U.S.-based Group Finance team, ensuring compliance with timelines and reporting requirements.
• Prepare and maintain monthly financial forecasts for Q1 scientific operations, highlighting key trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Oversee and review all regulatory tax submissions, including VAT, VIES, RTD, P30, and 46G returns, ensuring full compliance with Irish and Belgian regulations.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and development to a team of three finance professionals, supporting continuous improvement and skills growth.
• Manage the month‑end close process, including journal preparation, balance sheet reconciliations, and variance analysis.
• Monthly sales invoice calculations, ensuring accuracy and adherence to contract terms.
• Coordinate annual audit activities, acting as the key point of contact for external auditors and ensuring timely delivery of audit schedules and supporting documentation. Lead the annual budgeting process, partnering with key stakeholders to deliver robust financial plans.
• Monitor and manage cash flow, ensuring adequate liquidity and proactive forecasting. Maintain oversight of the fixed asset register, accruals, prepayments, and lease schedules, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Support ad hoc financial analysis and provide guidance across the finance function, contributing to ongoing operational and strategic initiatives.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong financial and commercial acumen, with the ability to translate data into meaningful insights that support strategic decision‑making.
• Proven experience in delivering robust analysis of historical results and forward‑looking forecasts, including identifying trends, risks, and opportunities.
• A proactive self‑starter with strong organisational skills, capable of independently managing priorities and delivering high‑quality work to deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and confidently to both financial and non‑financial stakeholders.
• A collaborative, team‑focused mindset, committed to building strong working relationships and performing effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proficiency in SAP is essential; advanced Excel skills and experience with other financial systems are advantageous.

Education, Experience

• Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA) with a minimum of 5 years’ post‑qualification experience, ideally in a commercial or operational finance
• This is a full time, permanent position
• Hours are 8.30am to 5pm, Monday – Friday

Pay: €60,000.00-€65,000.00 per year

Application question(s):

• Do you have reliable transportation to and from Waterford to be on site everyday?

Work Location: In person