Strategic Acquisition Specialist

2 weeks ago


Cork, Cork, Ireland beBeeAcquisition Full time €95,000 - €118,000

Job Opportunity: Finance Acquisitions Controller

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled finance professional to lead the acquisition team in all aspects of acquisition accounting, integrate acquisitions into Musgrave ways of working, and build strong partnerships with acquired finance teams for onboarding and integration.

The successful candidate will contribute to aligning acquisition integration with broader finance transformation strategies focused on efficiency, automation, and data-driven decision making. They will also support the finance team during periods of significant change and growth, helping embed scalable, standardized, and forward-looking finance processes.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Build relationships with divisional finance teams to collaborate on integration.
  • Manage the journey from acquisition to business-as-usual operations, leveraging existing methodologies and coordinating technical aspects across finance and IT teams.
  • Act as a key link between acquired businesses and Musgrave's transformation initiatives, supporting the delivery of strategic goals.
  • Partner with the Data Analytics team to identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities within acquisition finance workflows.
  • Collaborate with non-finance teams as required to support the acquisition agenda.
  • Provide progress updates to Musgrave finance leadership during the integration phase.
  • Support wider finance projects as needed.
  • Champion a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the acquisition finance team.
Required Skills and Qualifications

Requirements:

  • Professional accountancy qualification with a minimum of 5 years PQE.
  • Experience working in large-scale organizations, with a track record of delivering high-quality results under tight deadlines.
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement and management skills, with the ability to build relationships internally, externally, and cross-functionally.
  • Strong communication and influencing skills.
  • Project and change management skills, with a drive for process and systems excellence.
  • Flexible and adaptable to a continuous improvement environment.
  • Ability to handle multiple demands and priorities effectively.
  • A self-motivated, proactive approach with strong organizational skills to deliver high-quality results.
  • Excellent analytical skills and advanced Excel proficiency with strong attention to detail.
Benefits

About Musgrave:

  • Career Development: Opportunities for growth and learning.
  • Collaborative Environment: Work alongside passionate teams making a meaningful impact.
  • Innovation Focus: Be part of a forward-thinking company.
  • Community Focus: Contribute to positive community impacts.
  • Legacy: Join a company committed to community and innovation.


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