Kildare: 
Financial Controller – Contract
We are currently seeking a commercially focused and highly analytical Financial Controller to join a growing finance function on a fixed-term basis. This role is based at a regional head office location and offers an excellent opportunity to contribute at a senior level within a dynamic, multi-entity professional services environment.
This is a 12-month fixed-term contract and plays a central role in ensuring the delivery of accurate financial reporting, strong financial governance, and full regulatory compliance. The position combines detailed financial analysis with clear, effective communication to senior stakeholders and requires a proactive individual who can work collaboratively across the business to deliver meaningful financial insight.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the preparation and delivery of monthly management accounts across multiple entities, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timeliness
- Develop, maintain, and enhance accounting policies and internal controls in line with accounting standards and regulatory requirements
- Monitor costs, analyse performance trends, and identify risks and opportunities to improve efficiency and financial outcomes
- Coordinate year-end financial processes and reporting across business units, ensuring timely completion
- Ensure all statutory, regulatory, and compliance obligations are met accurately and on time
- Manage audits and tax reviews, acting as the key finance contact for external advisors
- Lead and develop the finance team, embedding best practice and driving continuous improvement
- Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the organisation, providing trusted financial support and insight
About You
- Qualified accountant (ACA or ACCA) with a minimum of five years’ post-qualification experience
- Proven experience operating at Financial Controller level within a multi-entity organisation
- Strong background in statutory reporting, audit preparation, and financial controls
- Commercially minded with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Experience in finance transformation or systems implementation is advantageous
This role will suit someone motivated by impact, ownership, and the opportunity to support business performance through high-quality financial leadership.
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