54 Controller jobs in Ireland

Your new company Your new company is one of the foremost construction firms in the West of Ireland. Established over a century ago, the company has stood the test of time with a glowing reputation both locally and nationally and has also experienced rapid growth in recent years. The company specialises in the construction of large-scale corporate projects in public sector, pharmaceuticals, hospitality etc. as well as large scale residential projects around the country. The company has long-term viability and have ramped up their activities in recent years and see this continuing in upcoming years. There is huge potential for growth for any finance professional moving into the company at this stage. Your new role You will be a project Financial Controller leading end-to-end finance activities across the company's largest 2-3 projects with support from the central finance function around data entry, AP/AR, payroll etc. Your primary focus will be on the commercial side of business with emphasis on detailed financial analysis, budgeting, cashflow, forecasting and variance analysis and managing the projects' finances on a day-to-day basis reporting back into the Finance Director. You will also complete month-end management accounts, year-end statutory reporting and manage any audit queries from the project side. What you'll need to succeed You must be a fully qualified accountant with a relevant professional accreditation (ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CPA). This is a full time permanent role for an experienced accountant (at least 5-10 years PQE) with a strong commercial acumen. Previous construction exposure is advantageous, but the company is open to interviewing candidates from similar commercially-focused roles in an SME environment (manufacturing, hospitality, retail etc.) As aforementioned, you must have a strong commercial acumen and strong communication skills are also essential. This role would suit someone who is eager to get into a 'hands-on' role and will be hugely rewarding for any candidate who is looking to progress their careers. What you'll get in return You will get a competitive market salary of €70,000-€75,000 depending on experience (this may be flexible for a candidate with wide-ranging construction exposure). You will also avail of very flexible hybrid working options with 2 days WFH and flexible start/finish times (generally you can start anytime between 7.30am and 10am). In addition, there is a company pension scheme available to the successful candidate also. Moreover, you will gain the opportunity to join an ambitious and growing company and play a central role in the success of multiple large scale, high profile and multi year construction projects. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Ireland is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment (Ireland) Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be Skills: Financial Controller Qualified Accountant Finance Manager Benefits: pension bonus healthcare

Your new companyA family-owned and operated construction and contracting SME, with a turnover of over €10 million. A family-oriented company with really long tenure amongst their employees, this role is opening up as a succession plan to grow into the future Finance Director. This is ideally a fully office based role, although there would be flexibility to work 1 day a week from home and there is definitely flexibility on hours to accommodate any personal requirements and facilitate work-life balance. Your new role You will be a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, with full responsibility for the finance function, accountancy and taxation compliance, cashflow management and reporting on project profitability. Your duties will include but are not limited to: Manage cashflow and treasury, management of banking and banking relationships Lead the annual audit process Month end close - AR/AP/Payroll/Bank and balance sheet recs/payment approvals WIP reporting and variance analysis to budget on all projects, reporting on profitability, advising Directors on same Tax compliance management on ROS Company secretarial duties Manage company insurance, motor, pension and other ad-hoc requirements Automate and digitise where possible What you'll need to succeed You will be a fully qualified accountant with a minimum of 3 years' PQE in the construction/engineering industry Knowledge of construction industry, RCT & WIP reporting experience is a must-have Desire to commit long-term and progress to Finance Director Experience with cashflow management and managing costs in a project-based environment Ability to manage finance function in a hands-on capacity, in a manual, paper-based environment Experience with bringing a company into a cloud/digital set-up advantageous What you'll get in return You will be rewarded with a salary of up to €5,000 with a 5% pension, discretionary bonus, 20 days annual leave, free parking, and flexible working hours. This Financial Controller job is set to progress to a Directorship role so career progression will be excellent here, with the opportunity for a tech-savvy Financial Controller to automate this finance function and potentially increase wfh capabiltiies as a you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Ireland is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment (Ireland) Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be Skills: management accounts project accounting WIP reporting Benefits: Work From Home 000 - 000

Job Title: Credit Controller Department: Finance Job Type: Specified purpose contract Hours: 32 hours per week Blackrock Clinic is the leading and longest established private hospital and clinic in Ireland. Since it opened in the mid-1980s, the clinic has consistently built an unparalleled reputation in new high-tech surgical procedures, medical treatments, and ground-breaking diagnostics. Blackrock Clinic is now part of Blackrock Health private hospital group along with the Hermitage Clinic, Galway Clinic, and Limerick Clinic, some of the most advanced hospitals in Irish private healthcare. As a JCI accredited hospital, Blackrock Clinic is a progressive and pioneering hospital in which care for the patient is central to everything we do. Role Purpose Reduce self-pay debt for uncollected excesses and shortfalls though phone call credit control collections Process payments though an online web portal Report daily on expected cashflow intake Process patient receipts and ready then for postage collection Ensure that all patients/staff and any other individuals contacting and attending the Blackrock Clinic are dealt with in an efficient, effective and timely manner at all times. Key Responsibilities 1.Key Areas of Responsibility 1.1Close debt management of the self-pay ledger 1.2Follow up by means of regular phone calls to ensure debt is collected in a timely manner 1.3Ensure reminder letters are generated, reviewed and sent to patients with overdue accounts on a daily basis 1.4Spreadsheet of calls to be maintained for review with the Patient Accounts Manager. 1.5Aged debt analysis also to be maintained monthly to identify accounts that need to be escalated to the legal collection process 1.6Liaise with Solicitors and Debt Collection Agencies on a weekly basis in order to resolve queries and advise the appropriate action to be taken on individual accounts. In conjunction with the Patient Accounts Manager aim to reduce external debt collection costs by an agreed percentage. 1.7Assist with queries and claims for other third party insurance companies as required. 1.8Maintain finance alerts on iPM and Open Accounts to identify bad debtors who re-present for treatment. Review regularly to ensure this is kept up to date. 1.9Liaise with various departments on write off journals, ensuring approval controls are adhered to and journals are processed in a timely manner 1.10Utilisation of Excel and Word Processing skills to maintain up-to-date spreadsheets and statistics. 1.11Carry out other such duties as required by the Patient Accounts Manager. 1.12You are personally accountable for your own actions at all times. 2.Communication Skills 2.1Communicate appropriately with colleagues and other members of the health care teams to ensure a quality service is provided to all while constantly striving for excellence in patient/customer care. 2.2Communicate in a manner that avoids antagonism, reduces conflict and prevents undue anxiety. 2.3Recognise limitations and seek assistance where necessary. 2.4Attend and contribute to appropriate meetings. 2.5Accept constructive advice when appropriate. 2.6Report all incidents immediately, which may adversely affect a patient, colleague or the Blackrock Clinic. 3. General Expectations 3.1Minimum of 2 years experience in a high volume and faced paced environment 3.2Proven success with collections, target achievement and reducing aged debt 3.3Confidence in making calls and dealing with queries and complaints 3.4Ability to reconcile accounts and payments 3.5Support the philosophy, objectives and goals of Blackrock Clinic. 3.6Observe the appropriate lines of authority. 3.7Maintain strict confidentiality regarding all patients and the activities of Blackrock Clinic. 3.8Demonstrate flexibility by assisting in all areas of the hospital/clinic as required. 3.9The Ward/Unit Manager depending on the availability of locum cover will arrange annual leave; this usually means the holiday periods i.e. Easter, summer and Christmas. 3.10Participate in developing and providing quality care within Blackrock Clinic. 3.11Assist in orientation of new personnel. 3.12Continue to develop personal knowledge and skills and seeks outside educational opportunities. 3.13Present a professional appearance and conform to the dress, hygiene and infection control policies of the Clinic. 3.14Is always punctual on duty. 3.15Flexible attitude to changing work practises Why work at the Blackrock Clinic? At the BlackrockClinic, we are passionate about our people and believe in their development and growth. As a member of the team you can benefit from: Competitive salary Onsite parking Pension Annual bonus* Discounted café Sports and Social club Employee Assistance Programme Discounted onsite pharmacy Please Note: Job descriptions are a reflection of the present service requirements and may be subject to review and amendments to meet the changing needs of the service. Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received. ? Blackrock Clinic is an Equal Opportunities employer, and we are committed to creating an environment that promotes equality and dignity at work. Blackrock Clinic is committed to providing reasonable accommodation when needed. Please advise if you have particular requirements, so that we can look into arranging reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process. You can contact us at It is essential that you have valid work permission for the Republic of Ireland to take up employment for this position, or in the case of critical skills, you must be eligible for a work permit. Skills: Accounts Admin Credit Control Finance

Our client, a leading services provider, is looking to hire a Financial Controller for a newly created role at their headquarters in Westmeath. In this role, youll take charge of building and rolling out the companys financial systems, ensuring tax compliance, and integrating finance operations. Youll be instrumental in shaping a new finance framework and putting robust controls in place across a number of entities. Once this has been established, youll oversee all aspects of financial managementleading monthly and annual reporting, driving budget and forecast processes, and supporting long-term financial strategy. It is a permanent full time, onsite role. They offer a benefits package including healthcare and pension. Responsibilities: Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing finance team across multiple locations. Develop and deliver the Finance Strategy with a strong focus on tax, legal, and statutory compliance. Oversee financial operations, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements (PRSI, PAYE, VAT, Corporate Tax). Manage Accounts Payable and Receivable functions and ensure accurate and timely reconciliations. Deliver insightful weekly/monthly management reports, supporting cost control and business decision-making. Own the monthly accounts process, ensuring accurate reporting of Balance Sheet, P&L, budgets, and cash flows. Strengthen financial controls and document key financial processes to align with best practices. Lead finance-related projects that drive operational improvements and cost efficiencies. Maintain up-to-date finance policies, ensuring legal compliance and consistency across the business. Lead both internal and external audit processes. Collaborate with business leaders to provide data-driven insights and identify performance improvement opportunities. Review VAT returns and support corporate tax preparation. Champion continuous improvement and help drive innovation in systems and processes. Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities and supplier optimization strategies. Support the Group SLT in preparing financial plans, budgets, and forecasts. Take ownership of ad hoc finance and cross-functional projects as needed. Requirements: Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, FCA, or CPA). 5+ years experience in financial reporting, taxation, and statutory compliance. Proven track record in preparing management accounts, budgets, and managing cashflow. At least 2 years experience leading and developing finance teams. Strong problem-solving, multi-tasking, and organisational skills. A self-starter with a proactive approach and keen attention to detail. Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and reporting skills. Able to build trusted relationships and influence at senior levels. For more information contact Niamh Cregg Skills: finance manager financial controller finance lead

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and commercially minded Financial Controller to lead the finance function for a growing business that's part of a global group. This is a key senior leadership role, reporting to the General Manager and collaborating with international stakeholders. The role is based in Dublin West, it is a permanent full time position. They offer hybrid working, 3 day son site 2 days from home. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the future of the finance team, streamline systems and reporting, and play a central role in driving business performance and strategic growth. Responsibilities: Lead all aspects of financial and management accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting. Deliver accurate monthly financial packs, board reports, and cashflow forecasting. Drive cost control, manage AP/AR functions, and oversee debt collection. Support business development with insightful data and commercial analysis. Oversee payroll, statutory compliance, internal controls, and external audits. Ensure optimal use of ERP systems and financial tools (SAP S4 Hana experience a plus). Lead and develop a high-performing team of 6 finance professionals. Collaborate with the senior team on strategic planning and pricing decisions. Requirements: Fully qualified accountant with post-qualification industry experience. Have experience working in a similar role Must have strong people management experience A strong communicator with a track record of providing commercial insight. Passionate about leadership and building high-performing teams. Advanced Excel and financial systems skills; strong attention to detail. Analytical, proactive, and comfortable working to deadlines. Experience in systems optimisation and financial transformation projects is advantageous. What They Can Offer: Competitive salary and benefits package. Hybrid working. Career growth opportunities within a multinational environment. A collaborative and supportive work culture. For more information contact Niamh Cregg Skills: financial Controller assistant Financial Controller finance manager

Financial Controller - Donegal Our clients, a multi-national manufacturing group, are looking to recruit a Financial Controller for a new and exciting role. This role will be based in Donegal and have will responsibility for manufacturing sites in Ireland the UK. There will be some travel to these sites, and the role will be offered on a Hybrid basis. The Role: Preparation of monthly management accounts to tight corporate deadlines Preparation of budgets and forecasts, analysis of actual versus budget and forecast Development of KPIs and reporting of same Manage finance team and work closely with senior management to develop the business Responsible for year-end audit Ensure accuracy of inventory, assess for potential obsolescence and excess stock Create ad-hoc reports for various business needs including financial performance and annual budgets Reconciliation of intercompany accounts Cashflow management Improvement of reports from ERP system Statutory returns Manage the preparation of statutory financial accounts and audit Other ad hoc tasks The Person: Professional Accounting Qualification Proven work experience as Financial Controller in a manufacturing company Experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point), Teams and Outlook. Team management and development experience. Exceptional time management and organization skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously establishing priorities to meet deadlines. Ability to communicate effectively (verbal, written, and presentations) Proactive; exercises sound judgment and decision making; able to identify problems and needs and develop solutions and/or options. For more information, please call Keith on or email Skills: Finance Management Manufacturing

A growing and highly respected services company is looking to hire a Financial Controller. The successful candidate will become a key part of the senior management team and play a central role in shaping the companys financial direction and operational success. This is an ideal opportunity for a finance professional seeking a strategic leadership role within a dynamic and expanding business. Key Responsibilities Lead and oversee all aspects of financial operations, including financial planning, cash flow management, budgeting, and forecasting. Deliver timely and insightful financial reporting to senior leadership, supporting informed decision-making. Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with the companys growth and operational goals. Ensure compliance with tax legislation and regulatory frameworks, both locally and across relevant jurisdictions. Manage key external relationships including banks, auditors, and professional advisors. Monitor project performance and cost efficiency, producing detailed reports on financial outcomes and work-in-progress. Supervise and support the finance team, promoting high standards of performance and accountability. Implement and strengthen financial controls, systems, and procedures to safeguard company assets. Guide annual budgeting and long-term financial planning activities. Identify opportunities to improve profitability, streamline costs, and enhance financial visibility. Lead audits and ensure financial statements meet compliance and accuracy standards. Support ongoing systems and process improvements, particularly around ERP and reporting tools. Qualifications and Experience Essential: Qualified accountant (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent). At least 5 years of experience in a senior finance role. Strong technical knowledge of accounting standards, financial legislation, and tax compliance. Proven ability to lead finance teams and collaborate with senior stakeholders. High proficiency in financial modelling, analysis, and strategic planning. Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills. Experience with enterprise financial systems and reporting software. Exceptional attention to detail, organisational skills, and decision-making capabilities. Desirable: Prior experience in engineering, utilities, or infrastructure-based industries. Whats on Offer Competitive salary reflective of experience and qualifications Company pension scheme (defined contribution) Life assurance Opportunities for career development and internal progression A collaborative and forward-thinking workplace culture Professional development support and training Skills: Skills: Financial Accounting financial controller financial control project accounting cost accounting financial leadership financial strategy Benefits: pension bonus

HireForce is working with an international company who are looking for a Credit Controller to join their team. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a fast-paced, customer-focused role and will be responsible forcollections, receipt allocations and reconciliations of accounts. Responsibilities: Manage high volume of debtor accounts; Ensure the payments received are allocated to correct accounts in a timely manner and meet collection targets; Prepare monthly reconciliations of debtor accounts; Prepare and deliver month-end reports, including aged debt analysis; Handle customer queries and resolve any issues; Escalate collection issues as required; Ensure unallocated cash is regularly reviewed through ongoing collaboration and communication with teams; Ensure compliance with policies and procedures. Skills & Experience: 2 years experience working in a credit control function; Good analytical skills and have strong attention to detail; Ability to work on their own initiative and to work as part of a team. Remuneration Competitive salary, Bonus and Pension If the role isnt for you, If you are happy with the level of service youve experienced with HireForce, we would really appreciate if you can refer a friend, and you will receive a €250 voucher should we successfully place your friend. Skills: Credit Controller Debtors Debt Collection

Financial Controller role in fast growing SME company based in Waterford City. Reporting to the Finance Director & the Managing Director, the overall purpose of this role will be to manage the financial activities of the company and ensure all statutory compliance requirements are met by the company. Responsibilities of the role will include Responsible for overseeing and ensuring the financial compliance and controls of the company are in place correctly Full responsibility for the production of the monthly reporting pack Production of the annual financial accounts Liaising with the external auditors on requirements and responding to queries Preparation of budgets and forecasts Ensuring revenue compliance in all areas Responding to and dealing with queries from the finance team and other company employees Assisting in company projects Ongoing continuous improvement of the financial systems and the finance function Other ad hoc tasks as they arise Role will suit Qualified Financial Accountant A min of 5 years PQE experience in busy company. Strong commercial acumen with good ability to interpret data Excellent communication skills. Fluency in both written and spoken English essential. Proven problem-solving abilities and a strong attention to detail a must for this role. Skills: Monthly Accounting Compliance People Management Forecasting Benefits: pension healthcare