Financial Controller

Location: Clare
Industry: Manufacturing

About the Role

Our client, a well-established manufacturing organisation, is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to lead its site-based finance function. This is a key leadership position responsible for financial reporting, accounting operations, budgeting, forecasting and internal controls. This role reports directly to the financial director.

Working closely with operational and functional leaders, the successful candidate will provide strategic financial insight, drive business performance and support continuous improvement initiatives. They will also lead and develop the finance team while ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards, statutory requirements and corporate policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and develop the finance team, promoting strong performance, employee engagement and professional development.
• Partner with operational and functional leaders to support business decisions through financial analysis and commercial insight.
• Establish departmental objectives, performance metrics and development plans aligned with wider business goals.
• Drive process improvements and strengthen the overall effectiveness of the finance function.
• Oversee the day-to-day finance operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, fixed assets and cost accounting.
• Manage the monthly, quarterly and annual financial close processes.
• Prepare, review and submit monthly financial reports through corporate reporting systems.
• Support compliance with applicable accounting standards, statutory reporting requirements and corporate policies.
• Prepare government statistical returns and other required financial submissions.
• Lead the monthly forecasting process, covering orders, sales, profit and loss, and balance sheet performance .
• Analyse financial performance, identify trends and provide recommendations to improve profitability.
• Oversee annual labour and overhead cost studies, including the preparation and verification of cost rolls.
• Provide ad hoc financial analysis and support cross-functional business improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate internal and external audits, managing documentation, audit queries and follow-up actions.
• Coordinate annual statutory filings with the relevant company registration authorities and company secretarial representatives.
• Oversee annual tax compliance and liaise with external tax advisers.

Candidate Requirements

• A recognised professional accounting qualification, such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA or equivalent.
• At least five years of progressive experience in finance and accounting.
• Demonstrable financial leadership experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and cost accounting.
• Experience with US GAAP and financial reporting within a multinational or publicly listed group environment.
• Familiarity with statutory reporting requirements and local regulatory obligations.
• Experience managing and developing direct reports within a finance team.
• Knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements would be advantageous.
• Strong commercial awareness and business acumen.
• Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret and present complex financial information.
• High levels of accuracy, attention to detail and data integrity.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven ability to influence decision-making and lead change.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and complex projects. A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.

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