Group Financial Controller

The Mount Charles Group is an acquisitive, private owned Group comprising of multi-site Ireland wide operations, who are seeking to appoint an experienced and talented Group Financial Controller.

The Group Financial Controller will lead transactional and Group reporting teams to support delivery of the strategy and lead the development of the team as the Group grows through acquisition and organically. This individual will be a key stakeholder in continuing to transform Group Finance systems and processes working closely with the Business Improvement Team.
The Group FC will report to the Group Finance Director and will closely liaise with our Operation’s Directors to drive the Group forward.

Key Responsibilities:

• Integration of new M&A into the Group
• Acting as ‘right hand’ deputy to the GFD
• Provide strong leadership and development to Direct Reports and Wider team.
• Managing the monthly reporting cycle and providing consolidated reporting through to management.
• The role will lead the transactional finance teams which when combined incorporate AP, AR and credit control and be responsible for driving efficiencies in this area and integrating the back-office functions of acquisitions as the Group develops.
• Leading and developing of the Group Accounting team including monthly consolidated accounts, fixed asset management and group reporting.
• Managing and developing financial controls and procedures across the Group and ensuring compliance with external regulators and bank requirements.
• Leading the year end process managing the audit and delivery of statutory accounts
• Tax accounting, reporting and compliance across the group including VAT, CT, DT, capital allowances and payroll taxes.
• Support the Group Finance Director with insightful information for Group reporting, cashflow management and preparation for the annual audit.
• Build strong relationships with the Operations and Commercial team and work collaboratively to support any ongoing activities and projects.
• Improve ongoing processes and procedures to achieve optimal efficiency and delivery of programmes of work.

Candidate Profile:

• ACA, CIMA, ACCA Or equivalent qualifications
• Strong analytical, financial planning and budget management skills
• Have a keen eye for detail and considerable technical and commercial awareness
• To get the best out of people using a coaching style
• Good communication, interpersonal and influencing skills. Team player and proven leadership qualities and experience
• Being flexible, innovative, and adaptable at work in order to meet competing priorities
• Extensive experience of working in a financial role with oversight of a group function
• Experience of leading in a complex environment
• Experience of working in a constantly changing environment

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Agile Working
• 25 days' holidays with 1 extra day for each completed year of service (max 30days) plus 8 stats
• Single Private Healthcare/Voluntary Cashplan
• Company pension scheme
• Three times life assurance cover
• Employee Assistance and wellbeing Programme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay allowance.
• Free on-site parking

GREAT PEOPLE – GREAT SERVICE – GREAT FUTURE

The Mount Charles Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community​​​​​​.

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