Group Financial Controller

Uniphar Group; Dublin; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company in Dublin seeks an experienced professional for a full-time financial reporting role. The candidate will oversee the preparation and delivery of the Group's financial statements and lead month-end processes. Strong technical accounting knowledge and experience in managing audits are essential. The ideal candidate is ACA/ACCA qualified with at least 5 years PQE and possesses excellent communication skills. This role involves mentoring a high-performing team and engaging with senior stakeholders while ensuring compliance with IFRS standards.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years PQE experience in a Group team in a plc environment.
• Strong technical accounting expertise with knowledge of IFRS.
• Experience managing complex audits and delivering high-quality statutory reporting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review and deliver Group Annual Report and interim financial statements.
• Lead month-end close process across Group entities.
• Design and monitor internal control environment aligned to PLC standards.

Skills

IFRS knowledge

Financial reporting

Leadership

Audit management

Communication skills

Education

Qualified ACA/ACCA

Tools

SAP BPC

Job description

Full Time Permanent Role

Citywest office

Main Duties & Responsibilities

Financial Reporting

• Responsible for the preparation, review and delivery of the Group Annual Report and interim financial statements, ensuring accuracy, completeness and compliance with IFRS and all regulatory obligations.
• Manage the relationship with the Group’s auditors, coordinating audit activities across all subsidiaries to strict timetables.
• Oversee the preparation of subsidiary statutory accounts and ensure consistent accounting, disclosure and governance standards across the Group.
• Proactively implement and embed new IFRS standards, ensuring the Group remains fully compliant and ahead of regulatory developments.

Management Reporting

• Lead the month‑end close process across all Group entities, ensuring timely, accurate and insightful consolidated management accounts.
• Drive robust balance sheet discipline, including ownership of Group balance sheet reviews, reconciliations and controls frameworks.
• Own the Group financial consolidation systems (SAP BPC), ensuring system integrity, data accuracy and continuous improvement.
• Deliver clear, concise financial insights and commentary to support the Executive Team and senior stakeholders.

Internal Controls, Risk Management & Continuous Improvement

• Champion a continuous‑improvement culture, leading initiatives to simplify and standardise processes, strengthen financial governance and increase automation.
• Design, implement and monitor a strong internal control environment across the Group, aligned to best‑practice PLC standards.
• Partner with Group Treasury, Tax, Internal Audit, FP&A and Divisional Finance teams to ensure cohesive financial control and risk management.

M&A, Integration & Strategic Support

• Support financial due diligence activities on potential acquisitions, including financial analysis, accounting assessments, and quality‑of‑earnings reviews.
• Lead acquisition accounting including purchase price allocation, fair value assessments and goodwill calculations.
• Support the financial integration of newly acquired businesses, ensuring smooth onboarding into Group reporting processes, systems and controls.
• Provide financial expertise to support strategic decision‑making and key Group initiatives.

Leadership & People Development

• Lead, mentor and develop a high‑performing Group Reporting team (team of 4), fostering capability, accountability, engagement and continuous development.
• Promote a strong team culture, cross‑functional collaboration, and clarity in standards and expectations.
• Act as a senior leader and role model within Group Finance, supporting the Group Finance Director and collaborating with Business Partners across the organisation.

Additional Responsibilities

• Oversee the Group insurance programme, ensuring appropriate coverage and cost efficiency.
• Lead and deliver finance‑related projects and transformation initiatives as required by senior management.

Qualification, Experience & Skills Required

• Qualified ACA/ACCA (Big 4) with at least 5 years PQE, with experience of working in a Group team in a plc environment.
• Strong technical accounting expertise with deep knowledge of IFRS, consolidation, financial reporting and compliance.
• Proven track record in managing complex audits, delivering high‑quality statutory reporting and strengthening financial controls.
• Experience working with senior stakeholders, including non‑financial leaders, and external advisors.
• Strong system capability; experience with SAP or similar consolidation tools highly desirable.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to translate technical matters into clear business insights.
• Demonstrated leadership capability with experience developing and motivating teams.

Competencies

• Positive can‑do attitude with a focus on action.
• Pursues a standard of excellence, relentlessly measuring and chasing to ensure targets are met.
• Collaborative team player with the ability to influence across a matrix organisation.
• Continuous improvement mindset with a drive for operational excellence.

Uniphar is an equal‑opportunity employer; we do not discriminate and welcome all responses.