Industry: Residential Development & Management
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Financial Controller to lead the finance function of our group, which operates across diverse sectors including Residential Development, Development and Management of PBSA and Facility Management. The ideal candidate will ensure robust financial operations, compliance, and reporting while playing a key role in driving the group’s financial strategy and growth. The Ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with a results-oriented, hands-on leadership style.
This is a senior leadership opportunity with significant influence on group-wide decisions. This role reports directly to the Directors and is pivotal in maintaining the financial health and sustainability of the group. The ideal candidate will combine strong technical expertise with strategic insight, leadership capabilities, and a hands-on approach to drive financial performance and long-term value creation.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CPA, or CIMA) with 5+ years in a senior finance role.
• Experience in residential development, property development, or accommodation sectors is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of Irish tax, financial regulations, and compliance frameworks.
• Expertise in budgeting, financial modelling, and strategic planning.
• Demonstrated leadership ability and experience managing a small finance team.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and reporting skills.
• Proficient in accounting software and financial reporting systems..
• Experience with enterprise finance platforms and data-driven reporting tools.

Strategic Financial Leadership

• Lead annual budgeting and rolling forecast processes across all group entities and cost centers.
• Develop and implement the group’s long-term financial strategy in line with business goals and growth plans.
• Provide commercial input into project feasibility studies, capital investment evaluations, and business expansion proposals.
• Conduct financial modelling and scenario planning to support strategic decision-making.
• Partner with Directors and department heads to assess funding needs, investment priorities, and ROI.
• Deliver strategic financial updates, scenario analyses, and board-level reports.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and drive sustainable business growth through financial insights.