Head of Finance Ireland Dublin (Hybrid)
To support the growth strategy, we are looking to appoint a Head of Finance to partner the Ireland MD and the Ireland GMs, in addition to supporting the overarching Head of Finance and CFO for UK and Ireland, to influence the commercial operations of the business.
Key Objectives / Tasks:
* BUSINESS PARTNER THE CEO FOR EUROPE
* GROWTH
* FINANCIAL REPORTING & CONTROL
* SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT & INTEGRATION
Business Partner the CEO for Europe
The role will partner the MD and GMs to drive growth, efficiencies, and profit through the business. This will involve using data from sales and costs to analyse the business, identify opportunities and risk, and help the GMs deliver them. Additionally, it will entail speaking with and negotiating with clients.
Growth
Assess new business opportunities and review bids presented by the Chief Growth Officer to enable the business to grow successfully. There may also be M&A targets to review with the Group M&A team.
Financial Reporting & Control
Oversee and manage the month-end financial reporting processes, annual budgeting cycle, and rolling forecasting processes. Manage event day forecasts, post-event reporting/P&Ls, and working capital. Control all elements of finance, including liaising with auditors to produce statutory accounts for Ireland.
Systems Development & Integration
A range of new systems has been implemented in Ireland. The role will require ongoing systems planning and implementation as part of its responsibilities.
Personal Qualities:
1. Presentation of detailed information in a succinct and clear manner, often to non-finance individuals
2. Data numeracy and comfort working with data to make informed decisions
3. Ability to see the bigger picture amidst complexity
4. Accountability and resilience in a fast-paced environment
5. Relationship building with senior stakeholders
6. Leadership skills, including project management and team leadership
7. Previous experience in the hospitality sector or similar industries
Skills and Benefits:
Certified qualifications: ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA. Company benefits include pension and bonus schemes.