Strategic Financial Controller – Compliance & Growth

Leinster Appointments; Dublin; On-site; EUR 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Leinster Appointments seeks a Financial Controller based in Dublin 14 to lead financial controls, forecasting and reporting for a permanent role. You will ensure audit readiness, comply with regulatory standards and align financial decisions with the organisation's ethos and development plan.

The role requires fully qualified accounting membership with ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent, and leadership of the finance team through strategic planning and service improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant with membership in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a group-wide financial control framework aligning with Department of Education requirements and audit standards.
• Management accounting & reporting – establish a comprehensive management accounting framework.
• Payroll and pensions oversight – oversee payroll governance and reporting to Boards.
• Governance oversight of outsourced HR services to ensure policy adherence and service standards.
• Provide budgeting, procurement, payroll and finance policy guidance and templates.
• Lead financial forecasting, capital planning and scenario modelling for the Patron.
• Provide leadership to direct reports and the broader team to ensure clarity and accountability.
• Drive continuous improvement to enhance efficiency and stakeholder experience.

Skills

ACA/ACCA/CIMA

Education

Fully qualified accountant ( ACA / ACCA / CIMA )

Job description

Leinster Appointments seeks a Financial Controller based in Dublin 14 to lead financial controls, forecasting and reporting for a permanent role. You will ensure audit readiness, comply with regulatory standards and align financial decisions with the organisation's ethos and development plan.

The role requires fully qualified accounting membership with ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent, and leadership of the finance team through strategic planning and service improvement initiatives.