Financial Controller

Quest Recruitment is partnering with a leading international asset servicing group to recruit a Financial Controller for its Dublin finance team.

This opportunity offers a qualified accountant broad exposure across financial control, management reporting, regulatory reporting and treasury within an established global organisation. You will support the finances of two Irish entities, work with international finance colleagues and contribute to reporting for senior management and the Board.

The opportunity

Reporting to the Finance Team Manager, your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting monthly and quarterly financial close, including management accounts, reconciliations and variance analysis.
• Preparing income forecasts and annual budgets, with clear analysis of performance against expectations.
• Contributing to statutory financial statements and liaising with auditors and tax advisers.
• Preparing management information and reporting packs for senior management and Board meetings.
• Supporting the preparation and submission of regulatory returns, including FINREP.
• Assisting with VAT and corporation tax returns.
• Contributing to cash flow planning, liquidity management and treasury activities.
• Identifying opportunities to improve finance processes, systems and reporting.

About you

• Qualified accountant: ACA, ACCA, CPA or equivalent.
• At least five years’ post-qualification experience in financial control or a comparable finance role.
• A third-level qualification in accounting or a related discipline.
• Strong experience in management accounts, financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting.
• Excellent Excel skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to explain financial information clearly.
• A proactive, collaborative approach and confidence working to reporting deadlines.

Financial services or funds industry experience would be advantageous, alongside exposure to regulatory reporting, SAP, Power BI or tax returns. French language skills would also be useful but are not essential.

Why consider this role?

• Broad financial control experience across two Irish entities.
• Exposure to senior management reporting and an international finance network.
• An established global financial services business offering training and professional development.
• A competitive remuneration package, including bonus and flexible benefits.
• Flexible working options.

To discuss the opportunity in confidence, contact Larry McCowen at Quest Recruitment or apply with your CV.