Job description
What you need to know
Matrix Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Financial Controller to join a well-established and growing organisation based in Wexford.
This is a key leadership role, responsible for managing all financial operations, developing financial strategy, and supporting business growth through strong commercial insight and analysis.
This is a permanent, full-time position, offering the opportunity to work within a dynamic environment and take a hands-on approach to contribute to the continued success and expansion of the company.
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Key duties and responsibilities:
What are we looking for?
By applying, you are giving consent for Matrix Recruitment to contact you about this job. We collect
your data for recruitment purposes only and will retain it for the duration required as outlined in our privacy policy. All CVs are kept confidential and will not be submitted to any clients without your knowledge and permission. Please note that due to the expected high volume of applications we can only reply to applicants suitable for the position.
We Value Your Trust.
Matrix Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Financial Controller to join a well-established and growing organisation based in Wexford.
This is a key leadership role, responsible for managing all financial operations, developing financial strategy, and supporting business growth through strong commercial insight and analysis.
This is a permanent, full-time position, offering the opportunity to work within a dynamic environment and take a hands-on approach to contribute to the continued success and expansion of the company.
Your new job
Key duties and responsibilities:
- Lead and manage all financial activities, including budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.
- Prepare and deliver accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for senior management.
- Manage cash flow, working capital, and risk management to ensure financial stability.
- Support company decision-making by presenting information to the senior leadership team around monthly management accounts information, financial analysis, gross margin and customer profitability analysis, and insights to drive business performance.
- Develop and implement robust financial policies, procedures, and controls to ensure consistent compliance as the company continues to grow.
- Participate and contribute to the discussion and preparation of any longer-term business plans on the future development of the business, ensuring the required financial input to such business plans.
- Provide financial input into commercial decisions, pricing, and new product development.
- Assist in the Product Development process, providing financial and investment guidance, product costings and contributes to stage-gate process.
- Monitor and improve cost efficiencies across all business areas.
- Oversee preparation of annual budgets, audits, and financial statements.
- Manage and mentor the finance team, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement.
- Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, financial institutions, and relevant agencies.
- Contribute to sustainability and ESG initiatives through financial tracking and reporting.
What are we looking for?
- Qualified Accountant with a minimum of 4 years’ PQE and proven leadership capability.
- Background in financial management, ideally within the food production, or manufacturing sectors.
- Strong knowledge of Irish tax laws, accounting principles, and compliance requirements.
- Proven track record of developing financial strategies and achieving business goals.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Fact-based approach to business building.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Balanced in judgement with the capacity to act decisively and confidently and make the right decisions
- Understanding that certain periods may require additional hours to support business needs.
- Awareness of sustainability and ESG principles, including target setting, compliance, and environmental accounting (training available).
By applying, you are giving consent for Matrix Recruitment to contact you about this job. We collect
your data for recruitment purposes only and will retain it for the duration required as outlined in our privacy policy. All CVs are kept confidential and will not be submitted to any clients without your knowledge and permission. Please note that due to the expected high volume of applications we can only reply to applicants suitable for the position.
We Value Your Trust.
