Financial Controller Ireland

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** About the Role
** We are seeking an experienced and proactive
** Financial Controller - UK & Ireland
** to lead our finance operations across both regions. This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring the integrity of financial reporting, driving operational efficiency, and supporting strategic decision-making for our UK & Ireland businesses.

Based in either
** Coventry or Prescot**, this role will collaborate closely with regional and corporate stakeholders, including the UK & Ireland Executive Team, General Managers, Shared Services (IT, HR, Procurement), and our Corporate Office in Brisbane, Australia.
** Key Responsibilities
** As the Financial Controller, you will:
* Oversee all financial operations for the UK & Ireland region.
* Lead and manage the month-end closing process, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
* Deliver monthly financial reports and analysis to the corporate office in Australia.
* Provide insightful financial analysis to regional leaders, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities.
* Manage, mentor, and develop the regional finance team.
* Ensure full compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.
* Oversee statutory reporting and liaise with external auditors for annual audits (Group and local).
* Drive the financial planning and analysis process, including budgets and forecasts.
* Lead credit and collections management, focusing on improving cash flow and working capital.
* Support M&A activities and post-merger integration of finance systems and processes.
* Collaborate with Group Treasury on cash forecasting, repatriation, and cash management procedures.
* Partner with local and Group Tax Managers to ensure compliance with all relevant tax legislation.
* Champion continuous improvement, identifying and implementing opportunities for efficiency and process optimisation.
* Promote a strong safety and sustainability culture within the finance function.
** Quality, Health, Safety & Environmental Responsibilities
*** Ensure all work is conducted in line with the company’s Core Values and financial accounting policies.
* Coordinate and support internal and external audit activities.
* Uphold and promote the company’s Health & Safety and Environmental policies.
* Take a proactive role in developing a strong safety and sustainability culture within the team.
** About You
** You will be a commercially focused finance leader with the ability to influence and partner effectively across all levels of the business. You thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and have a passion for driving performance through insightful financial management.
** Essential Skills, Experience & Knowledge:
*** Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, and a recognised professional qualification (CA/CPA or equivalent).
* 10+ years’ experience in finance and accounting within a high-volume industrial or business services environment, including at least 5 years in a management role.
* Proven track record of meeting tight deadlines and managing complex financial operations.
* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills.
* Excellent leadership and people development capabilities.
* Demonstrated experience in change management and financial process improvement projects.
* ERP implementation experience (functional lead or finance manager role) highly advantageous.
* Advanced proficiency in Excel and strong working knowledge of MS Office and ERP systems.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders.
* Ability to travel within the region as required.###
** Our benefits include:
*** Annual Leave commencing at 25 days (rising to 30) plus 8 public holidays (pro rata for part time)
* Ability to Buy annual leave.
* Enhanced Company Sick Pay Scheme
* Salary Progression Scheme based on technical and behavioural competencies.* ‘Celebrating Success’ Recognition Awards
* Perkbox membership…