Financial Controller

Financial Controller
CREGG are seeking an experienced and ambitious Financial Controller to join our client based in Shannon, Co. Clare. This is a full-time, primarily onsite position, with some flexibility available where feasible. Reporting to the Company CEO, the Financial Controller will play a key role in the financial management of the business, overseeing financial accounting, management accounting, cash flow, financial controls, costing, and supporting the implementation of new systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own the month-end financial close, including journals, reconciliations, and preparation of the monthly management reporting pack.
• Maintain and reconcile the Fixed Asset Register, prepayments, accruals, customer deposits, and net wages.
• Manage and oversee Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable functions.
• Manage monthly bank and credit card transactions and reconciliations.
• Prepare and manage weekly cash flow reports and forecasts.
• Manage Revenue Returns and associated correspondence, including VAT and PREM.
• Prepare regular and ad hoc financial reports and performance metrics.
• Take hands-on responsibility for weekly and monthly cash flow management.
• Prepare cash flow plans and analyse performance against forecasted sales plans.
• Work closely with the CEO and Business Development function to finalise cash planning and sales forecasts.
• Ensure appropriate financial controls are in place across accounting and financial processes.
• Support the development and improvement of the Finance function and broader financial processes.
• Participate in ongoing Lean improvement and systems implementation projects, including ERP implementation.
• Work collaboratively with wider cross-functional teams to support business objectives and continuous improvement.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Professionally qualified accountant.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in an accounting function, preferably within a design, engineering, manufacturing services, or related industry.
• Strong financial and management accounting experience.
• Excellent understanding of financial controls, reporting, reconciliations, cash flow, and costing.
• Strong systems and IT skills, with experience supporting or implementing new ERP systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

For more information, please contact Gary ([email protected]) with your CV.
 
Please be aware that your CV will not be shared with anyone outside of CREGG without your express permission.
 
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