Financial Controller

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Michael Moore Car Sales
Established in 1972, Michael Moore Car Sales operates from two locations; Athlone and Portarlington.
Over the decades, weve earned a reputation as a trusted name in the Irish motor industry, proudly representing a current portfolio of premium automotive franchises including; Mercedes-Benz, Audi, koda, Volkswagen Passenger Cars, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, and Cupra.
Our longstanding partnership with the Volkswagen Group began in 1977 through Motor Distributors Limited, where we first introduced Volkswagen, Audi, Mercedes-Benz and Mazda passenger vehicles.
Today, the Michael Moore Group is synonymous with excellence in automotive retail.
Widely recognised within the motor trade as a premium brand dealer, we are known for delivering a superior retail experience.
Our customers and partners continue to regard us as trustworthy, knowledgeable, and committed to excellence.
Overview Of The Role
The Financial Controller will have overall responsibility for the financial environment within the Group, providing a comprehensive range of services to all departments.
Role Profile
Reporting directly to the Dealer Principal/General Manager, the Financial Controller will be a key member of the management team, working alongside all other senior managers and departments in setting strategic direction of the Group.
The Financial Controller will have direct responsibility for the Groups financial and management accounting function, overseeing and leading monthly and annual reporting, driving budget and supporting long-term financial strategy.
Additionally, this role will encompass responsibility for specific commercial development initiatives and project activities across the group, playing a pivotal role in the organisation of financial funding to support the groups continued expansion.
Duties And Responsibilities
The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not restricted to the following:
Managing the finance team, ensuring co-ordination and delivery of internal and external reporting requirements
Provision of leadership to the accounting team on technical accounting matters
Preparation, analysis and oversight of the Groups Financial Statements
Preparation and presentation of the Groups monthly Management Accounts
Lead the annual audit process in conjunction with the assigned statutory auditor, ensuring audit requirements are met in a timely manner
Responsibility for the Groups taxation affairs, liaising closely with the Group tax advisors
Ensuring financial controls are effective and being appropriately applied throughout the Group
Provision of leadership and coaching to the accounting team
Leading the assessment of business development opportunities that arise from time to time
Supporting business development activities including contract negotiation
Managing and supporting teams to ensure staff receive continuing training and development
Liaising with the various Brands to ensure that all incentives are maximised and paid out in a timely manner
Reporting to the respective Brands on a monthly basis
Oversee financial operations, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements (PAYE, PRSI, VAT and Corporate Tax)
Delivery of management reports, supporting cost control and business decision-making
Collaborate with business leaders to provide data-driven insights and identify performance improvement opportunities
Review VAT returns and support corporate tax preparation
Champion continuous improvement and help drive innovation in systems and processes
Supporting with payroll management and processing
Qualifications And Experience
Applicants must possess a primary degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a closely related discipline, and hold a professional accounting qualification.
A minimum of ten years' post-qualification experience, in a comparable role, within an organisation of similar scale and complexity, is desirable.
Requirements
Excellent technical accounting skills
Strong commercial acumen with a demonstrable track record in commercial projects
Demonstrable experience working in a complex environment with a record of success
Board level experience with strong presentation skills
Project management and delivery experience
Demonstrated ability to lead and manage teams within a fast paced, dynamic and changing environment
Ability to produce insightful reports and disseminate key information to support decision making
Proven track record of implementing change through technology to achieve continuous service improvement
Ability to achieve tight deadlines
Good working knowledge of Irish tax legislation
Attributes
Strong attention to detail
Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
Initiative and ability to work independently
Pro-active self-starter
Excellent influencing, persuasion and negotiating skills
Ability to build relationships with colleagues across all departments
Strong leadership skills
Problem solving ability
Role Detail
This is a permanent and full time, onsite role
Monday to Friday
Office based
May require extended hours during month-end or audit periods
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance
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