Finance Director Sports

3 days ago

Dublin, Dublin City, Ireland Robert Walters Ireland Full time
Robert Walters are working exclusively with a sports organisation to hire a Finance Direction with an exceptional commercial acumen where you can drive success. In this role you will play a key role in shaping the financial strategy for this sporting organisation. Although sports experience is not essential, a strong commercial track record and acumen is essential. Excellent salary and package on offer.

Responsibilities

- Lead and develop the finance team, promoting best practices and continuous improvement.
- Provide strategic financial advice to the CEO, SLT, Board, and committees.
- Oversee financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and cost control.
- Ensure compliance with statutory obligations, banking covenants, and regulatory requirements.
- Manage relationships with external auditors, ensuring timely completion of audits with clean opinions.
- Prepare long-term cash flow forecasts under various scenarios to manage risk and maximize opportunities.
- Direct procurement activities to ensure value for money while adhering to national/EU regulations.
- Provide financial oversight for joint ventures and partnerships.
- Present financial analysis and recommendations to stakeholders at all levels.
- Drive modernization efforts by implementing efficient systems, policies, and processes.

Qualifications

- 10+ years of senior leadership experience in finance or related fields.
- Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA).
- Demonstrable expertise in financial strategy development, risk management, and analysis.
- Strong interpersonal skills with significant experience managing teams.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence diverse stakeholders.
- Proactive mindset with a results-driven approach to achieving organizational goals.

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

About the job

- Contract Type: Perm
- Specialism: Accountancy & Finance
- Focus: Finance Director
- Workplace Type: Hybrid
- Experience Level: Director
- Location: Dublin
- Salary: Negotiable
- Job Reference: ITT4NP-DBF8D3C9
- Date posted: 12 September 2025
- Consultant: Niall Thomas

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