Finance Manager

2 weeks ago

Dublin, Dublin City, Ireland Principal Construction Full time

We are currently seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Finance Manager / Accounts Manager to lead our accounts department. This role is pivotal in ensuring the financial health of the company and involves close collaboration with external accountants, auditors, and internal teams. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise, industry experience, and a hands-on approach to managing financial operations within a dynamic construction environment.

Principal Construction is a leading main building contractor based in Dublin, renowned for delivering high-quality projects with excellence and integrity. With over 25 years of experience and a team of 40+ professionals, we operate across a diverse range of sectors including residential, commercial, educational, healthcare, and industrial. Our clients include government bodies, corporate entities, and private individuals.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee day-to-day ledger management and financial transactions.
  • Liaise with suppliers, subcontractors, and Revenue Commissioners.
  • Perform bank reconciliations and ensure accuracy of financial records.
  • Prepare month-end accounts, including accruals, prepayments, and inter-company charges.
  • Ensure compliance with all Revenue requirements including RCT, VAT, and PAYE returns.
  • Provide project costing analysis and financial reviews.
  • Lead planning, budgeting, and forecasting activities, including cash flow management.
  • Prepare monthly management accounts including Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow
  • Statements.
  • Support external audits and assist with year-end financial reporting.
  • Investigate and resolve financial discrepancies and ensure data integrity.
  • Collaborate with other departments to support business operations and financial decision-making.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or Accounting Technician with significant relevant
  • experience.
  • Minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar finance role within Ireland, ideally in the construction
  • sector.

Skills and Competencies:

  • Proficiency in Sage 50 Accounting (essential).
  • Familiarity with Brightpay Payroll (advantageous).
  • Strong working knowledge of Irish Revenue systems and compliance.
  • Advanced IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications.
  • High level of numerical accuracy, analytical thinking, and problem-solving ability.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and organisational skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
  • Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working independently.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Fluent in verbal and written English.

Benefits

  • Salary €52,000-€58,000, depending on experience
  • 20 Day Annual Leave plus 10 Days Public Holidays
  • Statutory Sick Pay
  • Construction Workers Pension Scheme (CWPS)
  • Tax Saver Commuter Ticket Scheme
  • Bike to Work Scheme

Office based Monday to Friday 8am-4.30pm (Friday 4pm). We are a small team in a busy office just off Capel Street Dublin 7.

Remote working/work from home is not available.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: €52,000.00-€58,000.00 per year

Experience:

  • Finance Management : 3 years (required)

Language:

  • English (required)

Work authorisation:

  • Ireland (required)

Work Location: In person


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