Financial Controller - FMCG

A growing Irish-owned company with a turnover in excess of €20+ million is looking to hire an experienced Financial Controller based in West Dublin. In this varied senior leadership role, you will manage a small team and be a key member of the senior leadership team. Due to the nature of the industry, a background in retail, B2B or FMCG is essential to be considered for this role. Strong package can be built for the right person with a relevant experience.

Key responsibilities of the Financial Controller

• Preparing financial reports and reconciliations
• Preparation of cash flows
• Income and expenditure analysis and reporting
• Preparing year-end audit files and liaising with auditors
• Budgeting and Expenditure control
• Managing bank accounts and processing of invoices
• Insurance renewals and Vehicle Leasing
• Processing information on IT systems
• Monthly and weekly payrolls
• Preparation of non-audit files
• Manage the finance team, including accounts payable/accounts receivable and accounts administrator.
• Assisting in a variety of projects to improve and develop the financial reporting process
• Attend monthly board meetings and participate in strategy meetings and key decision-making.

Key requirements of the Financial Controller

• Qualified Accountant (ACA /ACCA /CIMA/CPA)
• Minimum three years PQE is essential within a similar industry
• Excellent interpersonal skills and good ability to multitask
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Have had experience at a high level dealing directly with the Revenue and Banks
• Highly motivated with an ability to take ownership and with strong attention to detail
• Good analytical and problem-solving ability
• Strong IT skills with proven application of MS Excel and Word.

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates