Financial Controller

Company Overview

Our client is a multinational FinTech startup headquartered in Dublin, currently navigating a significant growth phase. They are seeking a Financial Controller to oversee crucial aspects of financial management including control, reporting, planning, governance, and finance operations.

Role Overview and Responsibilities

• Take comprehensive accountability for the company’s financial management, governance, control, and reporting, ensuring information accuracy and timeliness.
• Lead month-end and year-end close processes such as management accounts preparation, statutory reporting, maintenance of accounting policies, and compilation of financial statements.
• Own budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities, supplying senior leadership with insightful analysis regarding business performance, profitability, and cash flow.
• Establish and uphold a strong, scalable financial control framework with appropriate processes, policies, and governance to support business expansion.
• Manage compliance with tax laws, regulatory mandates, and other financial requirements through collaboration with external advisers and stakeholders.
• Serve as a pivotal finance partner providing commercial insights to leadership and broader teams, aiding in strategic and operational decisions.
• Coordinate relationships and communication with external auditors, advisers, regulators, and other stakeholders to ensure issues are resolved promptly.
• Promote ongoing enhancements in finance functions by advancing processes, systems, automation, and reporting to develop an efficient, scalable financial operation.

Qualifications and Experience

• Professional qualification as ACA, ACCA, or CIMA holder.
• Preferably trained at a leading advisory or accounting firm with over 5 years post-qualified experience, ideally within financial services, fintech, technology, or another rapidly growing industry sector.
• Proven senior-level experience managing financial reporting, control, and governance functions.
• Strong expertise in technical accounting, complemented by analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making strengths.
• Experience working in a dynamic, high-growth entrepreneurial environment.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Performance bonus.
• Company pension.
• Healthcare coverage.
• Comprehensive benefits package including professional subscriptions fees, death in service provisions, and additional perks.
• Hybrid working model offered.