Financial Controller

Description

The Finance Controller will be responsible for leading financial operations in Ireland and the UK, including reporting, compliance, planning, and team leadership (including 2 qualified financial accountants). You will act as a strategic partner to the CFO and business units, ensuring robust financial management across both markets.

• Ensure compliance with Irish and UK financial, tax, and regulatory requirements (e.g., Revenue, HMRC, Companies House, CRO).
• Identify opportunities for cost optimisation and improved financial efficiency.
• Contribute to funding, grant reporting, and sustainability finance initiatives where applicable.
• Prepare the management reporting packs including Board summary slides
• Contribute to ESG and sustainability reporting.
• Oversee implementation and integration of financial systems across Ireland and the UK.
• Manage end-to-end finance functions across Ireland and the UK.
• Drive process automation and finance system enhancements to support scalability.
• Lead the budgeting and forecasting process across jurisdictions.
• Maintain and enhance internal control procedures and risk management practices.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to support strategic initiatives in both markets.
• Consolidate financial reporting across both entities, ensuring alignment with internal and external requirements.
• Set clear objectives, provide ongoing mentoring, and support professional development.
• Provide financial analysis and insight to support key business decisions, pricing models, and investment opportunities.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team of six finance professionals across AP, AR, Payroll, and Reporting.
• Prepare accurate and timely monthly management accounts, forecasts, cost centre analysis and variance analysis.
• Coordinate year-end audit processes and liaise with external auditors in both regions.
• Promote a culture of accountability, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

We are a dynamic and fast-growing Irish electric vehicle (EV) company committed to driving sustainable mobility. Following our successful expansion into the UK, we are seeking a highly capable Finance Controller to oversee financial operations across both jurisdictions. This is a pivotal role supporting our continued growth and operational excellence.

• Strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills.
• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or CPA).
• Knowledge of Irish and UK accounting standards, tax, and regulatory frameworks.
• Prior experience in a growth-stage business; EV, automotive, tech, or cleantech sector experience is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, cross-border environment.
• Minimum 5–7 years’ experience in finance roles, with at least 2 years in a managerial capacity.
• Experience working across both Irish and UK jurisdictions strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in financial systems (e.g., SAP, NetSuite, Sage, Xero) and Excel.

Benefits

• Hybrid working model
• Competitive Salary ( €80k - €100k DOE ) Bonus / Commission Structure

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance