Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced Financial Controller to join our client, a successful software company with a global presence.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting and finance, with a proven track record of managing financial results and leading high-performing teams.
Responsibilities:
* Work closely with the CFO to manage the financial results for the company.
* Manage the Accounting team, including recruitment, training, and development, and performance management.
* Oversee the preparation of monthly management accounts for different regions within set timelines and provide financial commentary.
* Provide financial advice and support to Divisional Heads and Regional Directors.
* Support the preparation of regional annual budgets.
* Evaluate and ensure internal financial controls exist and are adhered to within regions.
* Develop procedures or initiate changes to support key operational, commercial, and financial targets.
* Collaborate with the Accounting team to prepare financial accounts, Revenue requirements, and payroll within set timelines.
* Lead cross-functional and cross-divisional process improvement initiatives.
* Drive process changes in the Accounting area to facilitate scalable growth strategy.
* Collaborate with the CFO to coordinate and collate Board reports from each region for review by the Directors.
* Provide useful insight into monthly financial reporting to inform Divisional Heads and Regional Directors of variances to budgets.
* Deliver regular updates on key performance indicators.
* Maintain compliance with accounting and tax legislation.
* Challenge processes to drive results.
Requirements:
* AAC/ACCA Qualified Accountant.
* 5+ years experience working in the industry.
* Ability to work independently.
* Excellent communication skills at all levels.
* Proven ability to adapt to new systems.
* Proven ability to review processes and improve them.
* Strong understanding of current accounting standards, practices, and guidelines.
* Essential experience with Sage.
About the Company:
Our client is a successful indigenous Irish company with a global presence.