Job Description

Financial Controller – (Co Carlow)

Our client, a well-established and growing healthcare services provider with multiple locations is seeking a capable and experienced Financial Controller to lead its finance function. This is a hands-on leadership role, ideal for someone who brings strong practical finance skills.

This is a key role in a dynamic and patient-focused organisation where accuracy, commercial awareness, and strong financial discipline are essential.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the day-to-day finance function, including oversight of accounts payable and receivable, bank reconciliations, and payroll
• Preparation of monthly management accounts
• Monitor and manage cash flow across multiple locations, ensuring strong liquidity and operational efficiency
• Oversee credit control processes, ensuring timely collections and reducing debtor days
• Develop, implement, and maintain internal financial controls and standard operating procedures
• Preparation of VAT returns
• Support the budgeting and financial planning process across the business
• Liaise with external accountants and advisors for annual accounts, tax, and audit matters
• Support operational and leadership teams with financial analysis, insights, and reporting
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve processes, systems, and reporting tools
• Lead, mentor, and support members of the finance/admin team

Requirements:

• Min 3-5 years in a similar role.
• Strong practical experience in financial management, ideally within a multi-site service.
• Proven track record managing credit control, cash flow, and transactional finance
• Excellent leadership and team management skills
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Skilled in accounting systems Sage, Xero and MS Office
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines
• Comfortable in a fast-paced and growing business environment

For additional information and a confidential discussion on this and similar opportunities contact: Gemma Butler on 056-7786631 or email gemma@optimizerecruitment.ie

All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence and your CV will never be released without your prior approval.
 
Job Ref Number: 13150
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