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Financial Controller Part time

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Role Description For the Financial Controller Part time

This is a Part-time on-site role for a Management Accountant, located in Ireland. As a Management Accountant, you will be responsible for preparing financial statements, managing accruals, and conducting financial analysis. Your day-to-day tasks will include accounting duties and utilizing your analytical skills to support finance-related projects and decision-making.

Qualifications
Financial Controller Part time

• Proficiency in preparing Financial Statements and managing Accruals
• Strong Analytical Skills to support financial analysis and decision-making
• Solid background in Finance and Accounting
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in an on-site team environment
• Relevant certification such as CPA or ACCA is a plus
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field

FINANCIAL CONTROLLER

PURPOSE OF ROLE

This is a
maternity leave cover

for a minimum of one year (maybe longer).

The role involves managing both the financial and management accounting aspects of both Water Technology Ltd and it's UK subsidiary Chemical & Water Technology Ltd. We are a medium sized business and are looking for someone who has experience working in an operational capacity in a fast paced environment.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Management of core accounting functions, including accounts payable, receivable, invoicing, bookkeeping, and asset management, ensuring effective delegation to the finance team.
• Lead and develop the finance team, fostering a high-performance culture
• Lead all financial operations including month-end, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and financial reporting
• Manage financial administrative roles
• Manage P&L and Balance Sheet
• Prepare and present management accounts timely on a monthly basis
• Deliver financial and management reports including aspects of projections/financial modelling/budgeting and ad hoc reporting as required
• Cashflow forecasting
• Product costing reviews, margin analysis and overhead reporting
• Process and file all revenue returns (VAT, RCT, PAYE) as well as liaising with revenue on any queries
• Manage payroll for employees
• Work with external partners to prepare year-end accounts for statutory reporting.
• Prepare annual budgets and interim forecasts when required

THE INDIVIDUAL

• Professional Accountancy Qualification
• 7+ Year's experience in a senior role, ideally with experience as a Snr Finance Manager or Financial Controller
• Experience in a manufacturing / commercial environment (distinct advantage)
• Strong people management skills with the ability to mentor and coach team members.
• Strong analytical skills with an acute attention to detail.
• Proven experience driving change.
• Ability to work under pressure autonomously and as part of a team
• Excellent analytical and numerical abilities
• Ability to identify and drive new processes and continuous improvement initiatives
• Highly organised and able to work on own initiative.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal & written). Fluent English speaker.
• Professional attitude and respect customer confidentiality at all times.

REQUIREMENTS

• Professional Accountancy Qualification
• 7+ Years' experience in a senior role, ideally with experience as Financial Controller
• Experience in a manufacturing / commercial environment (preferable)
• Experience working with financial software packages.
• Working Visa and permit for Ireland.
• Excellent command of English language, both written an oral.
• Strong IT Skills with a working knowledge of MS Word, Outlook, Access, PowerPoint, with proficiency of creating pivot tables, formulas etc in MS Excel and Company databases

BENEFITS

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Company Pension Scheme
• Death in Service Benefit
• Income Protection Benefit
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for confidential support
• Full training provided with ongoing development and learning opportunities
• Support for further education and professional development
• Onsite parking available

Full Training and all necessary Supervision will be provided.

The position is based in Cork city and is full-time on-site.

About Us

Positive Carbon is a high-growth, venture-backed technology company on a mission to eliminate food waste in the commercial food service industry. Our AI-powered "Scrappy" sensor provides commercial kitchens with unparalleled insights, helping them cut food waste in half and significantly boost their profitability. We are scaling rapidly and need a hands-on, strategic Financial Controller to own the finance function and support our international growth.

The Role

This is a critical, hands-on role. You will be responsible for the entire finance function, moving beyond day-to-day accounting to provide strategic financial leadership. You will manage our cash flow, oversee grant claims (including Enterprise Ireland), prepare board-level reports, and ensure we have the financial systems in place to scale globally.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting:
   Own the month-end close process, delivering timely and accurate management accounts (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) for the CEO and board.
• Strategic Finance:
   Manage the company's 12-month cash flow forecast, burn rate, and financial modeling. Provide strategic insights to support fundraising and pricing decisions.
• Grant & R&D:
   Take full ownership of managing grant claims and preparing documentation for R&D tax credit submissions.
• Compliance & Operations:
   Manage all payroll, VAT returns, supplier payments, and customer invoicing. Ensure robust financial controls are in place.

Who You Are

• Qualified Accountant:
   You are ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified.
• Startup/SaaS Experience:
   You have proven experience (5+ years) in a fast-paced tech startup or SaaS company. You're comfortable with the "roll up your sleeves" nature of a scale-up.
• Grant Expertise:
   You have direct, hands-on experience managing grant claims and R&D tax credit processes.
• Hands-On:
   You are happy to manage everything from strategic board packs to supplier payments.
• Systems Savvy:
   You are an expert in Xero and Excel, and you're skilled at building efficient financial processes.

At ICL we have gone through a period of sustained growth and are now looking to maintain that growth by hiring a financial controller to oversee the accounting and financial dealings in the company. This is a key leadership role within the company working directly with the directors and taking part in the running and growth of the company into the future

The role will involve liaising with all internal departments, external contractors and our client's base. It will also involve reviews of current systems and input into new systems of work within the company. The position is primarily based in our client depot with some travel required

An attractive remuneration package is available to the successful candidate

Job Description: Financial Controller

Preparation & presentation of management accounts.

Reconciliations of intercompany and branch balances.

Oversee payroll, suppliers and customer accounts reconciliations.

Oversee bank reconciliation and credit card reconciliations.

Supervision of accounts staff.

Supervision of HR duties and maintaining HR records

Knowledge of leasing & Hire purchase accounting methods

An understanding of postponed accounting and customs.

Preparation and posting of month end journals

Coordinate annual audits and liaise with external auditors and tax advisors.

Monitor customer accounts regularly to track non-payments or delays and ensure appropriate follow-up.

Assist accounting admin to complete accurately and on time Vat returns, Intrastat returns, RCT returns, Customs & Excise Returns

Manage, develop, and maintain financial systems to meet evolving organizational needs, ensuring efficient procedures.

Ensure all tasks are conducted in a manner compliant with all policies, procedures, legislative and regulatory requirements.

The ideal Candidate will have or demonstrate:

· A qualified Accountant

· Excellent Communication & presentation skills

· Excellent attention to detail

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office

· Good inter-personal skills

· Excellent time management

· Ability to deal with challenges systematically

· Good forward thinking and planning ability

· Knowledge of payroll software

· High Proficiency in English both written and oral

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: €55,000.00-€75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Bike to work scheme
• Company events
• Company pension
• On-site parking

Work authorisation:

• Ireland (required)

Work Location: In person

The Financial Controller is responsible for leading our client's month, quarter, and year-end close, statutory reporting, and audit across active legal entities in Ireland and the UK. The Financial Controller will be responsible for managing the general ledger upgrade and strengthen the control environment and tax compliance.

The Responsibilities of the Financial Controller will include:

Financial Reporting and Close

• Own month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close; deliver accurate and timely management accounts and consolidated reporting for IE/UK entities.
• Prepare variance analyses and commentary
• Ensure balance sheet integrity: reconciliations, intercompany, accruals, fixed assets, leases.

Audit and Statutory Compliance

• Plan and manage annual external audits and internal JSOX audits to timely sign-off; coordinate PBC lists and technical papers.
• Oversee statutory accounts and filings across Ireland and the UK; ensure IFRS and local GAAP compliance.

Tax Management

• Oversee indirect and direct tax compliance (VAT, corporate tax, payroll taxes) with external advisors as required.
• Review tax returns, reconciliations, and support transfer pricing documentation and tax audits/queries.

Controls and Governance

• Maintain and enhance the control framework: policies, journals, approvals, reconciliations, segregation of duties.
• Monitor and remediate control gaps; maintain finance risk register and documentation (SOPs).

Systems and Process Improvement

• Own the Sage GL upgrade project end-to-end (requirements, design, testing, cutover, training) and stabilize post go-live.
• Improve data quality and flows between Sage, ETRM, and BI/reporting tools; drive standardization and automation.

Business Partnering

• Provide decision-ready financial insights to the Head of Finance and leadership.
• Support trading/commercial initiatives, including accounting considerations for derivative trading, fair value, and revenue recognition where relevant.

People Leadership

• Lead and develop a team of two; set objectives, coach, and foster a high-performance, continuous-improvement culture.

The Successful Candidate should be able to demonstrate the following:

• Qualified accountant: ACCA, ACA, CIMA (or equivalent).
• 3–5 years PQE in a fast-paced, multi-entity environment.
• Proven experience in month/quarter/year-end close, audit management, and statutory reporting.
• Hands-on tax compliance experience (VAT and corporate tax) and strong balance sheet control discipline.
• Demonstrated success delivering finance systems change, ideally a GL/ERP upgrade; Sage experience preferred.
• Advanced Excel; experience with ERP/GL and BI/reporting tools; exposure to ETRM-ERP data flows is a plus.
• Prior experience in derivative trading accounting (e.g., fair value/IFRS 9 concepts) highly welcome.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong technical rigor and attention to detail; robust analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Clear, concise communicator; comfortable engaging senior stakeholders.
• Proactive, organized, and accountable; drives process improvement and documentation.
• Supportive people leader who develops talent and builds cross-functional collaboration.

KPIs/Success Measures

• Close timetable adherence and quality of management accounts.
• On-time audit sign-off with minimal adjustments.
• Reconciliation completeness and aging metrics.
• Sage GL upgrade delivered on time with stable post–go-live controls and reporting.
• Quality and timeliness of statutory and tax filings.
• Team engagement and development progress.

Company Description

Carlton Hotels is an Irish-owned company with two modern 4-star hotels at Dublin Airport and Blanchardstown. We are committed to providing exceptional customer service and offer a high standard of comfort and amenities for our guests. Our dedication to quality and service ensures memorable experiences for all our visitors.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Financial Controller, located in Dublin 4. The Financial Controller will handle day-to-day financial management including budgeting, financial reporting, and overseeing accounting operations. Responsibilities also include ensuring compliance with financial regulations, managing audits, and supporting strategic planning with financial insights.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in budgeting, financial reporting, and financial planning
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and bookkeeping
• Experience in managing audits and ensuring regulatory compliance
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
• Professional certification such as CPA or ACCA is an advantage

Financial Controller – Sligo

Our client, a very successful
SME based in Sligo
, is seeking an experienced and commercially minded
Financial Controller
to join their growing team.

This is a key senior finance role offering excellent career progression, where you will provide financial leadership, drive performance, and support strategic decision-making across a diverse business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the finance function, ensuring accuracy and compliance in all reporting.
• Provide timely financial analysis, forecasting, and budgeting to support business growth.
• Develop strong commercial insights to drive profitability and cost efficiency.
• Oversee cashflow, working capital management, and financial planning.
• Liaise with external auditors, banks, and professional advisors.
• Partner with senior management to support business strategy and decision-making.
• Implement and maintain robust internal controls and financial systems.
• Manage, mentor, and develop the finance team.

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
• Strong commercial awareness with proven experience in a senior finance role.
• Experience in
  property, distribution, retail, or hospitality
  would be a distinct advantage.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels and influence key stakeholders.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to drive change and continuous improvement.

Why Apply?

• Exciting opportunity to join a
  successful and growing SME in Sligo
  .
• Senior leadership role with strategic input.
• Exposure to diverse industries including property, retail, distribution, and hospitality.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

Location

Sligo
– A thriving business hub in the North West of Ireland, offering a great work-life balance and quality of life.

How to Apply

If you are an ambitious and commercially driven
Financial Controller
seeking a new challenge in Sligo, we'd love to hear from you.

Submit your CV today to be considered for this opportunity.

Overview:

We are delighted to be working with a luxury 5-star resort in West Clare that is looking to appoint a Financial Controller to its growing Team.

This hands-on role supports the Director of Finance and oversees reporting, budgeting, internal controls, and team leadership.

Excellent opportunity for someone to step-up into a Financial Controller role with excellent career progression opportunities.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead and develop a finance team of 5 people.
• Oversee Month-End, Accounts Payable, Payroll (weekly/monthly), Owner & membership billing, and accounts receivable.
• Produce monthly management accounts with clear variance analysis and commentary; prepare accruals, prepayments and balance‑sheet reconciliations.
• Manage weekly cashflow projections, banking operations and cash control processes.
• VAT preparation, support year‑end accounts and annual budget preparation.
• Maintain strong internal and external stakeholder relationships and present financial updates to management.

Qualifications:

• ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified with a minimum of 3 years PQE in the hospitality industry.
• Proven experience as an Assistant Financial Controller / Financial Controller in a luxury hotel or resort.
• Strong commercial, analytical and technical skills; highly proficient in Excel and financial systems.
• Leadership experience, excellent communication, and the ability to perform under pressure with accuracy and integrity.

About the Company

Brightwater Executive is delighted to be working with our client, a long-established, market-leading insurance and financial services group that has grown significantly across Ireland. With a reputation for innovation, customer trust, and long-term stability, the business is now seeking a senior finance professional to step into a pivotal leadership role.

About the Position

Reporting directly to the CFO, the Financial Controller will act as a key business partner within the senior leadership team, ensuring robust controls, compliance, and high-quality reporting while also influencing strategic decision-making.

The role offers the scope to:

• Take ownership of all financial control and reporting functions.
• Safeguard the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial information.
• Design and maintain a strong governance and control framework to support ongoing growth.
• Partner with senior executives, providing insight to shape commercial and operational decisions.
• Lead, inspire, and develop a finance team of around 10 professionals, creating a culture of accountability, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

This is a senior leadership role suited to a finance professional who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced, and regulated environment. It combines technical excellence with people leadership and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the direction and performance of a growing business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of financial reporting, control, and compliance across the group.
• Ensure integrity of statutory and management accounts, regulatory returns, and tax compliance.
• Develop and maintain robust internal controls and governance frameworks.
• Oversee treasury, accounts payable, and payroll functions.
• Manage external audits and relationships with regulators.
• Act as a senior business partner to the CFO and executive team.
• Drive improvements in efficiency, reporting, and financial insight to support growth.
• Lead and develop a team of c.10 finance professionals, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Experience/Requirements

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• 7–10+ years post-qualification experience, with strong financial control background.
• Insurance, financial services, or other regulated sector experience preferred.
• Demonstrated success in leading finance teams in multi-entity environments.
• Strong technical accounting, reporting, and audit experience.
• Commercially astute, with the ability to provide actionable financial insight.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Location & Working Model

Based in Southwest Dublin, the role offers a
hybrid model
: four days in the office and one optional day working from home.

Remuneration Package

Highly Competitive Remuneration Package and Benefits.

Contact

For further information on this Financial Controller role, please contact Estelle Davis, Brightwater Executive on or click below to apply.