Job Description
Role Overview Project Foundry is currently looking for a Financial Controller to join our team. As a Financial Controller, you will be responsible for the coordination of financial and business planning processes and reporting. This role involves driving financial strategy and ensuring financial management across the business. Project Foundry is a dynamic and fast-growing multi-million euro organization. Our culture is founded on 5 Key Pillars: Excellence in Delivery, Accountability and Ownership, Communication and Collaboration, Innovation and Community, and Connecting our Business. We deliver this through a one-team approach. We continuously promote diversity, collaboration, and innovation. If you’re interested in building something special and want the opportunity to work with a like-minded and growth-oriented team, we at Project Foundry want to work with you. The Financial Controller will manage all financial activities, assuring accuracy and correctness of the business's objectives. This position involves planning, executing, and delivering essential financial operations and strategic projects while collaborating closely with the CEO, Senior Leadership Team, and Practice Leads to support the company's growth and fiscal health. We are looking for a confident individual who is comfortable working with all levels of our team within our growing and scaling business, with the ability to present and communicate key financial information to non-finance stakeholders. The ideal candidate should have strong attention to detail and a thorough understanding of accounting processes and requirements. They should be able to help the organization achieve its goals in both the short and long term. Knowledge of professional services operational processes is essential. The Financial Controller will handle complex accounting responsibilities, streamline the book-closing process, and ensure compliance with internal controls and business standards. This position requires significant interaction with the CEO, Senior Leadership Team, and Team Leads within Project Foundry. Plan Financial Strategy Development: Implement financial strategy in line with the company’s financial objectives. Provide leadership and direction with accounts administration and address issues with a hands-on approach. Responsible for coordinating key program and project financials, both internal and client-facing. Preparation of monthly accruals, prepayments, and balance sheet reconciliations. Coordination of budgets – working with the CEO, SLT, and Practice Leads to prepare budget and financial forecasts. Execute Accounts Overviews: Preparation of weekly financial reports including forecasting of profits, cash, and payroll. Preparation of monthly management accounts including Profit and Loss Account, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow, as well as monthly detailed reconciliations on notes to accounts. Ensuring financial ledgers are maintained and monthly accounting processes are followed. Financial Compliance: Ensure compliance with all financial regulations and standards, including statutory reporting and tax requirements, both in Ireland and internationally. Manage budget analysis and expenses analysis and reconciliation. Manage relationships with external and internal auditors, tax advisors, and other professional advisors. Provide business analysis to improve processes, productivity, and performance, and support effective decision-making. Payroll and Processing: Oversee payroll operations, ensuring accurate and timely processing of salaries and payments to our contractors. Deliver Provide financial support, analysis, and financial strategies to the CEO, Senior Leadership Team, and Practice Leads. Ensure a strong accounting and operational control environment to safeguard assets, improve operations, and profitability. Ownership of revenue reconciliation. Evaluating, developing, and improving department controls, systems, and procedures that increase accuracy, efficiency, and profitability. Coordination responsibility for the implementation of new financial and operational systems within Project Foundry. Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders of Project Foundry. Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems, including Salesforce, Xero, and BrightPay. Requirements Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent). 3-4 years+ post-qualification experience. Proven experience as a Financial Controller or similar role within a multi-million euro business. Strong knowledge of financial regulations and reporting requirements for the organization. Experience managing forecasting, billing, and expense processes. Demonstrates experience of delivery to tight reporting deadlines and managing competing priorities. Experience preparing executive-level reporting and MI. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Job Type: Full-time Pay: €75,000.00-€80,000.00 per year Additional pay: Performance bonus Benefits: Company events Company pension Flexitime Private medical insurance Sick pay Unlimited paid holidays Wellness program Work from home Schedule: Monday to Friday Work Location: Hybrid remote in Southside, Dublin #J-18808-Ljbffr