Financial Controller

Gi Group (United Kingdom); Clarecastle; Presencial; EUR 90.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Gi Group is seeking a Financial Controller for a site-based finance function in Clare. The role leads financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and internal controls, reporting to the Financial Director, with close collaboration across operations.

The successful candidate will drive performance, develop the finance team and ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements within a manufacturing environment.

Formación

• Recognised professional accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CPA or equivalent).
• At least five years progressive finance and accounting experience.
• Experience leading a manufacturing finance function.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and cost accounting.
• Experience with US GAAP and multinational or public group reporting.
• SOX familiarity advantageous.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.

Responsabilidades

• Lead, coach and develop the finance team to high performance.
• Partner with operations to support business decisions with financial analysis.
• Set departmental objectives and development plans aligned to company goals.
• Drive process improvements and strengthen finance function effectiveness.
• Oversee accounts payable/receivable, GL, fixed assets and cost accounting.
• Manage monthly, quarterly and annual close processes.
• Prepare and review monthly financial reports for corporate reporting.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, statutory reporting and policies.
• Coordinate annual statutory filings and tax compliance.
• Lead monthly forecasting for orders, sales, P&L and balance sheet.
• Provide ad hoc financial analysis and cross-functional support.
• Coordinate internal and external audits and responses.

Conocimientos

Financial leadership

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Change leadership

Educación

ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CPA or equivalent

Herramientas

Corporate reporting systems

Descripción del empleo

Financial Controller

Location: Clare

Industry: Manufacturing

About the Role

Our client, a well-established manufacturing organisation, is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to lead its site-based finance function. This is a key leadership position responsible for financial reporting, accounting operations, budgeting, forecasting and internal controls. This role reports directly to the financial director.

Working closely with operational and functional leaders, the successful candidate will provide strategic financial insight, drive business performance and support continuous improvement initiatives. They will also lead and develop the finance team while ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards, statutory requirements and corporate policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and develop the finance team, promoting strong performance, employee engagement and professional development.
• Partner with operational and functional leaders to support business decisions through financial analysis and commercial insight.
• Establish departmental objectives, performance metrics and development plans aligned with wider business goals.
• Drive process improvements and strengthen the overall effectiveness of the finance function.
• Oversee the day-to-day finance operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, fixed assets and cost accounting.
• Manage the monthly, quarterly and annual financial close processes.
• Prepare, review and submit monthly financial reports through corporate reporting systems.
• Support compliance with applicable accounting standards, statutory reporting requirements and corporate policies.
• Prepare government statistical returns and other required financial submissions.
• Lead the monthly forecasting process, covering orders, sales, profit and loss, and balance sheet performance.
• Analyse financial performance, identify trends and provide recommendations to improve profitability.
• Oversee annual labour and overhead cost studies, including the preparation and verification of cost rolls.
• Provide ad hoc financial analysis and support cross-functional business improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate internal and external audits, managing documentation, audit queries and follow-up actions.
• Coordinate annual statutory filings with the relevant company registration authorities and company secretarial representatives.
• Oversee annual tax compliance and liaise with external tax advisers.

Candidate Requirements

• A recognised professional accounting qualification, such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA or equivalent.
• At least five years of progressive experience in finance and accounting.
• Demonstrable financial leadership experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and cost accounting.
• Experience with US GAAP and financial reporting within a multinational or publicly listed group environment.
• Familiarity with statutory reporting requirements and local regulatory obligations.
• Experience managing and developing direct reports within a finance team.
• Knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements would be advantageous.
• Strong commercial awareness and business acumen.
• Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret and present complex financial information.
• High levels of accuracy, attention to detail and data integrity.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven ability to influence decision-making and lead change.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and complex projects. A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.

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