Head of Finance Dublin Aircraft Leasing

About the Job:

This is a senior leadership role reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), responsible for leading a globally distributed finance team with responsibility across financial reporting, strategic analysis, and tax. The successful candidate will play a critical role in supporting executive decision-making, ensuring robust financial governance, and driving operational excellence across the finance function.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the preparation of financial statements in compliance with IFRS/GAAP
• Oversee and manage global audit processes and ensure regulatory compliance across jurisdictions
• Deliver strategic financial analysis, scenario modelling, and investment support to senior leadership
• Manage international tax compliance and drive optimisation strategies
• Strengthen and streamline financial operations, forecasting, and reporting processes
• Mentor and lead a multinational finance team, fostering development and collaboration
• Implement best-in-class financial controls and systems to support global business growth.
  
  

Qualifications:

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CPA or equivalent) with proven finance leadership experience
• Strong background in aircraft leasing, aviation finance, or Big 4 advisory/consulting
• Expertise in corporate financial reporting, analysis, and cross-border tax matters
• Experience managing international finance teams and audit processes
• Commercially minded, strategic thinker with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Comfortable working with complex financial models, systems, and reporting tools (advanced Excel proficiency essential)