Head of Accounting, Tax and Compliance

Role: Head of Accounting, Tax and Compliance

Location: Dublin West

Salary guideline €120k+

Role Requirements: 

• Lead the accounting, tax and compliance functions and support with the provision of subject matter expertise on risk, internal control and compliance related matters.
• Challenge the operating companies and provide proactive, practical support to management to ensure risks are properly identified, managed and mitigated by a robust integrated internal controls framework.
• Partner with and support the operating companies to implement robust internal control frameworks.
• Ensure clear, timely and efficient communication channels exist to update key stakeholders.
• Lead business process and systems reviews, to identify areas of process and control improvements as well as opportunities for controls standardisation and rationalisation across Ireland.
• Ensure adherence to all relevant financial regulations, standards, and internal policies, including SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley) compliance where applicable.
• Develop, implement, and maintain a robust internal controls framework to mitigate financial, operational, and compliance risks.
• Monitor and report on compliance status, making recommendations for improvements to senior leadership and the board.
• Manage internal and external audits, serving as the primary contact for auditors and regulators.
• Manage relationships with Internal & External Audit as key stakeholders.
• Oversee the Annual Audit and Statutory Accounts preparation and filing.
• Provide company oversight and support to management during Internal Audits in addition to assisting with the governance and timely remediation of any adverse findings.
• Oversee all Revenue audits or requests for information and assist with the governance and timely remediation of any findings.
• Ensure governance and oversight of the company’s SOx framework, maintain oversight of the SOx testing program, support management with the timely identification and resolution of any SOx deficiencies.
• Take a lead role in Enterprise Risk Management.
• Oversee compliance with all company tax filings and requirement, review and advise on legislation changes. Address banking and finance compliance requests.
• Assist with new company acquisitions, divestments and dormant company liquidations.
• Coordinate annual insurance renewals and handle ad hoc insurance requests.

Candidate Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Master’s degree or MBA is often preferred).
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Accountant (CA) designation.
• Big Four experience a distinct advantage. 
• 10+ years of experience in accounting and tax, with at least 5 years in a managerial or leadership role.
• Extensive knowledge of tax regulations, accounting standards, and compliance frameworks (e.g., SOX, IFRS, GAAP).
• Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting software.

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