About Us
Your new company is a leading hospitality, retail, and property group in the West of Ireland. We have an entrepreneurial spirit at heart and have grown significantly over the years, owning and managing some of the most famous landmark bars and restaurants in Galway City and beyond.
Our Story
We are a diversified group involved in various industries and businesses, including retail, property development, and property management. We prioritize flexible working options for our employees, resulting in high staff retention rates. Our goal is to accommodate our employees' needs while maintaining a fast-paced work environment.
Job Description
You will be working as a Financial Controller in our Galway City office, leading a team of three accountants and three accounts assistants. Your responsibilities will include overseeing the financial management of up to 16 entities, including five bars and restaurants, and a property management company.
Main Responsibilities
* Manage the month-end process, audit process, statutory reporting, and group consolidated accounts.
* Present financial performance to directors on a monthly basis.
* Collaborate with sales managers, procurement managers, general managers, and other stakeholders to provide budgeting, cost controls, forecasting, and financial consultancy services.
Requirements
* A fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CPA) with at least 10+ years of post-qualified experience.
* Demonstrated experience in 'nuts and bolts' financial accounting roles, preferably in a similarly fast-paced medium-sized organization.
* Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
* People management experience and ability to manage stakeholders across the business.
What We Offer
* A very competitive salary package.
* Access to a company pension scheme and bonus structure based on team and company performance.
* Free city centre car parking.
Career Opportunities
This role offers an ambitious senior accountant the chance to step into a commercially focused leadership position and contribute to the financial and commercial success of a rapidly growing company. You will gain exposure to various industries, including hospitality, property development, property management, communications/media, and more.