Group Financial Controller

BARDEN; Cork; On-site; EUR 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational client in Cork is seeking an experienced Group Financial Controller to lead financial reporting and compliance efforts. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of finance experience, including expertise in group consolidation and audit management. The role demands strong leadership in a dynamic environment, with responsibilities including financial analysis, budget management, and fostering strong relationships with auditors. This opportunity offers a chance to drive innovation and operational efficiency in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in finance with 5+ years in senior roles.
• Experience in finance transformation and shared services.
• Strong Excel capabilities and advanced IFRS/local GAAP knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely Group financial reports and maintain statutory compliance.
• Oversee external audits and develop budgets and forecasts.
• Lead finance transformation initiatives and implement automation.

Skills

Financial analysis

Operational efficiency

Budgeting and forecasting

Statutory compliance

Audit management

Team leadership

Education

Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics

Professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Tools

Workday

Adaptive Insights

Job description

Barden are very proud to be retained as the Recruitment and Talent advisory partner to our multinational client who currently have an opening for a Group Financial Controller to join the team.

In this role, you will report to the CFO and play a key role within the finance leadership team, partnering with regional finance groups, senior executives to drive innovation and growth. This pivotal position is ideal for a dynamic finance leader with deep technical knowledge, a transformation-driven approach, and a history of optimising systems and processes.

“Our industry is moving rapidly and we are well positioned to capitalise on current market opportunities. This will enable us to enhance our customer experience whilst also driving accuracy and compliance for our clients. If you are interested in joining a dynamic environment where you can create value in a changing industry, then this could be a great opportunity” – CFO

ABOUT THE PERSON

• Ensure accurate, timely Group financial reports and statutory filings across jurisdictions, maintaining IFRS/local GAAP compliance and strong internal controls.
• Oversee external audits for all entities, fostering smooth processes and effective governance frameworks.
• Develop and manage budgets and rolling forecasts, monitoring KPIs and delivering actionable insights to leadership.
• Provide financial analysis to support commercial decisions, drive profitability, and improve operational efficiency.
• Lead finance transformation initiatives, implement automation, and optimize tools like Workday and Adaptive Insights.
• Partner with senior leadership and global teams to align strategies and ensure unified reporting across regions.
• Maintain strong relationships with auditors, tax advisors, and external experts to ensure compliance and operational excellence.

ABOUT THE ROLE

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics; professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) required, with Big 4/Top 10 audit experience preferred.
• 10+ years in finance, including 5+ years in senior roles; expertise in group consolidation across multiple entities and currencies.
• Proven ability to manage audits, statutory reporting, and regulatory compliance across European jurisdictions.
• Experience in finance transformation, automation, and shared services/BPO environments; proficiency with ERP tools (Workday, Adaptive Insights).
• Advanced IFRS/local GAAP knowledge and strong Excel capabilities.

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