Financial Controller

McGraths Limestone (Cong) Ltd • Remote (AR, United States) • $200k - $250k / year • 1m ago

The company is well managed, operating through 5 business units and is run by the Senior Management Team (SMT) which reports to the Board.

The company has a strong set of values which emphasizes integrity and teamwork.

Due to its size and growth plans, the company wants to recruit a commercially focused Financial Controller.

Profile:As well as being commercially astute with the necessary level of experience, the key requirement for the Financial Controller is that s/he can work well as part of the Senior Management Team, (SMT) with the ability to constructively challenge and add value to the decisions being taken.

You will need to have a strong background in Operations and Commercial decision making.

The Financial Controller will be expected to work as an integral part of the SMT, which reports to the Board. This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate to move to a well-run, successful family business that has ambitious growth plans. The role is based in Cong, Co Mayo.

As Financial Controller you will be responsible for all areas of Finance and Commercial decision making.

Job details:

1. Costing & Budgeting

Develop and manage accurate and effective product costing models
Provide detailed analysis of product costings

2. Monthly Management Reporting

Month end reporting and analysis
Monthly P&L for the 5 business units
Performance analysis – profitability / variances
Develop relevant KPI’S and Dashboards

3. Budgeting & Forecasting

Prepare budgets for the 5 business units
Set targets and measure actual vs. budget
Forecast / Reforecasts

4. Working Capital Management

Bank & Cash – reconciliations, approvals and forecasting
Inventory management and reporting
Overview of AP, AR / Credit Control

5. Compliance Reporting

Liaise with external auditors on all reporting requirements
VAT and all statutory returns with Revenue & HMRC

6. Funding

Optimize grant funding from various bodies
Manage banking relationships
FX Management

7. Tax Compliance & Tax Planning

Liaise with Revenue on all taxation issues
Deal with HMRC
Tax optimization
Work with R&D Team to maximize R&D Tax Credits claim process

8. Procurement & Cost Control

Work with Operations team to negotiate best deals and terms
Management of Staff Expenses processing & reporting
Develop controls processes
Work with Management Team on commercial pricing, identifying new business opportunities, export markets and tendering process.
Drive the Continuous Improvement process

10. Other:

Overview of Payroll, HR and Administration
Adhoc projects as required

Knowledge/Experience:

Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)
Minimum of five years’ of demonstrated experience in a senior Finance role, preferably at FC level, with broad and detailed costing experience in manufacturing environment.
Ability to work within a diversified team – good team player, positive and motivated.
Strong communications skills (written and verbal), with ability to communicate at all levels in the organisation
An analytical with good problem-solving skills
A positive outlook and a can-do attitude with
Ability to work on own initiative and multitask
Proficiency with ERP and Accounting software essential, particularly stock, costing and project modules.
Experience of using Herbst software would be an advantage.
Advanced Excel skills
Commercial acumen, savvy, good judgement

A highly competitive package (€80k + depending on experience) is offered for the right candidate.

The focus is on recruiting the right candidate, who is interested in developing a long-term career path with an ambitious company that is a leader in its field. You will be expected to want to live within an easy commute of Cong, Co Mayo.

Next Steps:

If you are interested, and believe that you have the necessary experience please email Billy McGraths at billy@mcgraths.ie with

1.a covering letter outlining your experience and suitability for the Financial Controller role and