Head of Finance | Dublin | Aircraft Leasing

5 days ago


Dublin, Ireland Lucida Search Partners Full time

About the Job:

This is a senior leadership role reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), responsible for leading a globally distributed finance team with responsibility across financial reporting, strategic analysis, and tax. The successful candidate will play a critical role in supporting executive decision-making, ensuring robust financial governance, and driving operational excellence across the finance function.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead the preparation of financial statements in compliance with IFRS/GAAP
- Oversee and manage global audit processes and ensure regulatory compliance across jurisdictions
- Deliver strategic financial analysis, scenario modelling, and investment support to senior leadership
- Manage international tax compliance and drive optimisation strategies
- Strengthen and streamline financial operations, forecasting, and reporting processes
- Mentor and lead a multinational finance team, fostering development and collaboration
- Implement best-in-class financial controls and systems to support global business growth.

Qualifications:

- Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CPA or equivalent) with proven finance leadership experience
- Strong background in aircraft leasing, aviation finance, or Big 4 advisory/consulting
- Expertise in corporate financial reporting, analysis, and cross-border tax matters
- Experience managing international finance teams and audit processes
- Commercially minded, strategic thinker with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Comfortable working with complex financial models, systems, and reporting tools (advanced Excel proficiency essential)

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