Assistant Financial Controller

Role: Assistant Financial Controller 

Location: Dublin 22 – fully office based

Contract: 6 month fixed term

Salary: Competitive DOE

Role Requirements: 

• Assist the Financial Controller with the day-to-day management of the finance department.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and supporting financial reports.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and maintain the general ledger.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow reporting.
• Prepare and review VAT, payroll, and other statutory returns.
• Support external audits and liaise with auditors.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and internal controls.
• Analyse financial performance and provide meaningful commercial insights.
• Review and improve financial processes and reporting efficiencies.
• Support the finance team with mentoring and day-to-day guidance where required.
• Work closely with senior management and operational teams across the business.
• Assist with ad hoc financial projects and reporting as required.

Candidate Requirements: 

• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in a senior finance or accounting role.
• Previous experience as an Assistant Financial Controller, Senior Management Accountant, or Finance Manager is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, reconciliations, budgeting, and month-end processes.
• Excellent Excel and financial systems experience (ERP experience advantageous).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.
• Available to commence within a short notice period is advantageous.