Job Description

Our client a leading construction company based in Tipperary are committed to delivering high-quality projects and sustainable practices. They pride themselves on fostering a culture of innovation, integrity, and excellence in all their work. As they continue to grow, they are seeking a dynamic and experienced Finance Manager to join our team. If you are looking for a move back to the Premier County this could be the ideal role for you.

The Opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive Finance Manager to become the right-hand support to the CFO and lead a team of six finance professionals. The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in finance, a strategic mindset, and an interest in advancing the sustainability and cybersecurity initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Oversee a team of six accounting staff, ensuring effective workflow, team development, and efficient financial operations.

• Financial Reporting & Analysis: Support the CFO in preparing accurate financial reports, forecasts, and budgets, while offering insights and recommendations to drive financial decision-making.

• Sustainability Reporting: Take ownership of our sustainability reporting efforts, working cross-functionally to develop, monitor, and report on sustainability metrics and initiatives.

• Cybersecurity Awareness: Collaborate with IT and management to ensure strong cybersecurity practices within financial operations, including awareness of data protection and fraud prevention strategies.

• Insurance & Claims Management: Oversee processes for insurance claims and personal injuries cases, ensuring compliance, risk mitigation, and proactive management. Process Improvement: Identify and implement improvements in financial processes and technology, ensuring efficiency and accuracy in financial operations.

• Construction-Specific Financial Management: Apply your industry expertise to manage job costing, contract accounting, and compliance with construction industry regulations and practices.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven Financial Management Experience: Minimum of 5 years' experience in a finance management role, ideally within the construction sector.

• Team Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and develop finance teams.

• Technical Proficiency: Strong aptitude for financial systems and technology, with experience in advanced Excel, ERP systems, and construction accounting software.

• Sustainability Focus: A genuine interest in sustainability practices and reporting, with a willingness to lead in this area.

• Cybersecurity Awareness: Interest in cybersecurity as it relates to financial data protection and fraud prevention, with an ability to work closely with IT on relevant initiatives.

• Risk Management: Knowledge of insurance claims management, particularly in relation to personal injuries, is a strong advantage.

• Education: ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent professional qualification preferred.

What We Offer

• Flexible Working: Hybrid work arrangement, combining in-office and remote work.

• Collaborative Culture: A supportive and collaborative working environment that values innovation and sustainable practices.

• Competitive Package: Comprehensive salary and benefits package, commensurate with experience.