Head of Finance

Our client, a private equity-backed SME is looking for a Head of Finance to join their team, sitting as in the function. The ideal candidate will be technically strong, hands on and keen to drive the business forward as they expand in their presence in the local market through significant M&A activity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all of operational finance (statutory, financial reporting, period-end close, tax and VAT) for local entity and preparation for group consolidation to European HQ
• Responsible for M&A activity as Group expands their presence in Ireland
• Manage a small team across AP/AR
• Improve on existing structures to modernise the finance function (process improvement, automation, digitalisation)
• Prepare KPIs and dashboards, presenting results to CEO and board
• Ensure accurate and timely cash reporting, monitoring liquidity planning

Key Skills:

• Qualified and technically strong accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with minimum c. 5 years' PQE in industry
• Experienced in a controllership or financial operations role (strong Irish GAAP and Group reporting essential)
• Comfortable working in a hands on role within a small Finance team (driven, pro-active in work ethic)
• Keen to use automation (AI/BI) tools to modernise and improve reporting, processes etc
• Structured thinker and problem solver with strong communication skills