JOB TITLE: FINANCIAL CONTROLLER

Location: Abbeyleix. Co. Laois
Reports to: CEO
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Industry: Residential Care / Healthcare
Salary: Competitive, based on experience

POSITION SUMMARY

We are a growing Irish SME operating within the residential care sector, providing high-quality, person-centered care to young adults across multiple locations. With a strong commitment to compassionate service, regulatory compliance, and sustainable growth, we are seeking a qualified Financial Controller to join our senior management team.
The Financial Controller will play a key strategic and operational role in leading the financial management of the company. This includes overseeing financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and regulatory compliance. The successful candidate will provide financial insights to support business decision-making, enhance operational efficiency, and support sustainable growth.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee all company accounting practices, including the preparation of financial statements, monthly management accounts, and statutory returns.
• Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting processes, working closely with department heads and operational managers.
• Manage cash flow, working capital, and liquidity to support operational needs and strategic investments.
• Maintain strong internal controls and financial policies across the organisation.
• Ensure that all Service level agreements are in place and that the terms are adhered to.
• Prepare regular financial reports and analysis for the CEO.
• Liaise with external auditors, advisors, banks, and other stakeholders.
• Support financial due diligence and feasibility assessments for potential new care homes or service expansions, including creating specific project budgets.
• Monitor and manage payroll, pensions, and supplier payments in collaboration with HR and operations teams.
• Contribute to strategic planning and risk management initiatives.
• Oversee organisation spending on Pleo, ensuing we are within agreed limits.
• Manage monthly invoicing.
• Take a lead role in market analysis including ongoing benchmarking.
• Assist with the property acquisition process, including liaising with agents, banks, consultants and solicitors.