Head of Finance

The People Group; Mullingar; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The People Group seeks an experienced Head of Finance to lead budgeting, forecasting and strategic financial planning in a Dublin-based role. You will partner with the senior leadership team to drive commercial decisions and maintain robust controls.

The successful candidate will manage cash, risk and financial reporting, while developing the finance function and driving process improvements. A competitive package is on offer.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent.
• Proven experience in a senior finance role.
• Strong financial, commercial and analytical capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting, forecasting and business planning.
• Oversee financial reporting, compliance and controls.
• Manage cash flow, working capital and financial risk.
• Provide commercial analysis and decision-making support.
• Improve financial systems, processes and reporting.
• Lead and develop the finance function.
• Support the delivery of strategic business projects.
• Build strong relationships with key stakeholders.

Skills

Senior finance leadership

Financial analysis

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Strategic thinking

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent

Job description

We are assisting on a search for an established Irish organisation seeking to appoint an experienced Head of Finance.

This is a senior leadership position with responsibility for the organisation’s overall financial performance, control environment and strategic planning. The successful candidate will work closely with the senior leadership team, providing clear financial insight and supporting key commercial decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting, forecasting and business planning.
• Oversee financial reporting, compliance and controls.
• Manage cash flow, working capital and financial risk.
• Provide commercial analysis and decision-making support.
• Improve financial systems, processes and reporting.
• Lead and develop the finance function.
• Support the delivery of strategic business projects.
• Build strong relationships with key stakeholders.
• The Ideal Candidate
• Qualified accountant—ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent.
• Proven experience in a senior finance role.
• Strong financial, commercial and analytical capabilities.
• Confident operating within a senior leadership environment.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills.
• A practical, hands‑on approach combined with strategic thinking.
• Experience within a fast‑paced commercial organisation would be beneficial.

A competitive senior-level salary and benefits package is available, with flexibility depending on experience.

Location: Dublin

Job Ref: 9610TG