Finance Manager

Are you an experienced Finance Manager or Financial Controller looking for a broad, hands-on role where you can have a genuine impact on a growing Irish business?

We are currently recruiting for a Finance Manager on behalf of an established Irish business operating within the construction equipment sector. The company provides equipment sales, rental, servicing, spare parts and after-sales support to customers nationwide.

This is a key role within the business, offering the successful candidate the opportunity to take ownership of the finance function while working closely with senior management and the Board.

The Role

You will take responsibility for the day-to-day finance function, with a broad remit covering:

• Monthly management accounts, reporting and variance analysis
• Budgets, forecasting and cash-flow management
• Working capital, cash, AR and AP
• Leading and supporting the existing AR and AP team
• Taking hands-on ownership of the fixed asset register
• Reconciling assets to the general ledger and improving asset controls
• Month-end, year-end, audit and statutory requirements
• Improving finance systems, processes and reporting
• Analysing margins, stock, pricing, costs and business performance
• Providing clear financial insight and recommendations to senior management

What We're Looking For

• ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA or equivalent qualification
• Strong post-qualification experience in a Finance Manager, Financial Controller or similar role
• Experience within an asset-intensive environment , such as plant/equipment hire, machinery, fleet, manufacturing, construction, engineering, transport or distribution
• Hands-on experience completing, rebuilding or significantly improving a fixed asset register
• Strong management accounting, budgeting, forecasting and cash-flow experience
• Experience reporting to senior management, CFO or Board level
• A practical, hands-on leadership style with strong commercial awareness

Experience with stock, rental fleets, capital expenditure or asset lifecycle reporting would be advantageous.

What's on Offer?

• €75,000–€80,000 + additional package
• A senior and influential role within an established Irish business
• Genuine opportunity to improve and shape the finance function
• Flexible working hours, including shorter days or alternative working patterns
• Four-day working week may be considered for an exceptional candidate
• On-site role based in Co. Westmeath