Job Title: Manager, Finance

Location: Galway, Ireland
Function: Finance
Reporting To: Financial Controller
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Travel: Minimal (less than 5%)
Work Arrangement: On-site (manufacturing environment)

Job Summary

The Site Finance Manager is responsible for overseeing all financial aspects of the Ireland operation. This role will establish and maintain a standard costing system, support the preparation of statutory and management accounts, assess financial performance, conduct variance analysis, and prepare monthly forecasts and annual budgets.

The role acts as a key business partner to site leadership and functional heads, providing financial insight to support operational efficiency and strategic decision-making. The Site Finance Manager will also liaise with external tax advisors to ensure timely and accurate completion of all tax-related filings.

Key Responsibilities

1. Costing & Operational Finance

• Establish and maintain the standard costing system for the manufacturing site.
• Perform costing and variance analysis and drive operational improvements.
• Evaluate and support cost-reduction and efficiency initiatives.

2. Financial Planning & Analysis

• Prepare annual budgets and monthly P&L forecasts.
• Manage cash flow and prepare cash flow forecasts.
• Monitor and report financial performance against budget and forecast.

3. Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Prepare monthly statutory and management financial reports.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, IFRS, corporate governance, and regulatory requirements.
• Support external tax advisors with statutory filings and related matters.
• Implement and maintain effective internal financial controls.

4. Capital & Resource Management

• Manage capital expenditure planning and alignment with business objectives.
• Prepare and review investment proposals for approval.
• Track and report on capital project performance.

5. Inventory Management

• Prepare provisions for aged and obsolete inventory.
• Track and report inventory KPIs including cycle counts, scrap, PPVs, and inventory turns.
• Produce ad-hoc reports to support inventory decision-making for site and functional leaders.

6. Process Improvement & Systems

• Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes and improve system efficiency.

7. Business Partnering & Stakeholder Management

• Act as a trusted finance partner to site leadership and functional teams.
• Manage relationships with external auditors, banks, and financial institutions.

8. Additional Responsibilities

• Undertake other duties as assigned by senior management.

Education & Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in a controlling and costing role within a multinational manufacturing environment.
• Professional accounting qualification (CPA, CMA, or equivalent) preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, IFRS, and financial reporting standards.
• Proven experience in manufacturing costing, budgeting, forecasting, and inventory management.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Regular use of computer screens, financial reports, and office equipment.
• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, talking, and interaction with colleagues.
• Role is based on-site within a cleanroom and controlled manufacturing environment.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.