Finance Manager (12-Month Contract) – Mullingar

Position Summary

We are seeking a dynamic Finance Manager to join our team on a 12-month contract. This role is pivotal in shaping the financial strategy and overseeing financial operations within a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. The successful candidate will drive efficiency through effective controls and processes, supporting informed decision-making and long-term business growth.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Ensure the accurate and timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Monitor financial performance, identifying opportunities to enhance operational efficiency.
• Continuously assess, streamline, and automate accounting processes to reduce manual work and improve data insights.

Budgeting, Scenario Planning & Forecasting

• Lead budgeting, scenario planning, and forecasting processes.
• Collaborate with various departments to support business planning and financial decision-making.

Supply Chain Financial Management

• Provide financial insights to optimize the end-to-end supply chain.
• Analyze the financial impact of supply chain inefficiencies.

Regulatory Compliance & Auditing

• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards.
• Facilitate and manage external audit processes.

Costing & Margin Analysis

• Evaluate costs and product pricing regularly to maintain competitive margins.

Financial Risk Management

• Identify and manage financial risks related to pricing, supply chain disruptions, and currency fluctuations.
• Implement hedging strategies as needed.

Additional Experience

Promotion & Sales Performance Monitoring

• Analyze the profitability and ROI of marketing promotions.
• Support sales and marketing teams in developing promotional budgets and forecasts.

New Product Development (NPD) Financial Analysis

• Provide financial guidance throughout the NPD process and conduct post-launch financial reviews.

Leadership & Stakeholder Management

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide financial insights and strategic guidance.
• Engage with external investors, stakeholders, and suppliers.
• Lead and mentor finance and accounting team members.

Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) Financial Strategies

• Develop financial strategies for DTC initiatives, considering logistics, pricing, and customer acquisition costs.
• Assess the financial implications of digital sales channels and DTC strategies.

Qualifications & Experience

Professional Certification

• A professional accounting qualification such as ACA, ACCA, or CIMA.

Experience

• Minimum of 7 years of post-qualification experience in accounting and financial management.
• Proven experience as a Finance Manager; experience in a high-growth business is desirable.
• Strong proficiency in financial software and automation tools.

Education & Professional Development

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Continued professional development through relevant courses, workshops, or seminars.

Key Skills & Attributes

• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze financial data and trends to support strategic decision-making.
• Communication Skills: Capable of conveying complex financial information concisely.
• Strategic Thinking: A proactive, strategic mindset to drive business performance.
• Project Management: Ability to oversee financial projects from inception to completion within budget.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic business environment. If you have the expertise and drive to succeed, we’d love to hear from you.