Financial Controller Ireland

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Financial Controller UK & Ireland

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Coventry or Liverpool, UK

European Financial Controller

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.

• 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.

• 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.

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.

• 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.

• 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 providing access to discount vouchers and wellness hub.
• Learning/study support
• Group Personal Pension Plan
• Car Parking on‑site

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