Financial Controller

CREGG; Munster; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design and manufacturing services provider in Ireland is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to oversee financial reporting and cost analysis. The role requires a Level 8 degree in Accounting or Finance and at least 5 years of experience, ideally in similar environments. Key responsibilities include managing month-end close processes, ensuring financial controls, and developing cash flow plans. This onsite position promotes an independent and proactive working style, requiring strong analytical and IT skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years’ experience in an accounting role, ideally in a design, engineering, or manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of financial and management accounting principles.
• Strong IT and systems skills, including experience with ERP implementations.

Responsibilities

• Own the month-end close process, including journals and reconciliations.
• Maintain and reconcile key financial areas including Fixed Assets, Prepayments, and Accruals.
• Manage Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable functions.

Skills

Accounting principles

Financial analysis

ERP systems

Attention to detail

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Level 8 degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline

Job description

Financial Controller

CREGG are seeking an experienced and ambitious Financial Controller to join our client’s growing team based in Shannon, Clare. This is a full‑time onsite position. The Financial Controller will play a key role in financial reporting, cost analysis, and supporting business growth within a design and manufacturing services environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the month‑end close process, including journals, reconciliations, and preparation of management reporting packs.
• Maintain and reconcile key financial areas including Fixed Assets, Prepayments, Accruals, Customer Deposits, and Net Wages.
• Manage Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable functions.
• Oversee bank and credit card transactions, including monthly reconciliations.
• Prepare and manage weekly cashflow reports and forecasts.
• Manage revenue returns and correspondence, including VAT and PREM.
• Produce regular and ad‑hoc financial reports and performance metrics.
• Take a hands‑on role in managing weekly and monthly cash flow.
• Develop cashflow plans and analyse performance against sales forecasts.
• Collaborate closely with the CEO on cash planning and sales forecasting.
• Ensure robust financial controls and processes are in place and maintained.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and system implementations, including ERP projects.

Qualifications and Skills

• Minimum Level 8 degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5+ years’ experience in an accounting role, ideally within a design, engineering, or manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of financial and management accounting principles.
• Strong IT and systems skills, including experience with ERP implementations.
• Ability to work independently and proactively, as well as part of cross‑functional teams.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.