Group Finance Director
At a glance
Highlights
- Opportunity to shape the finance function
- Potential path to Group CFO
- International exposure across multiple entities
Heads up
- Frequent travel required
- Hands‑on operational responsibility
Why this role might suit you
A senior finance professional with extensive multi‑entity experience and strong SAP B1 expertise will thrive leading the finance function, driving strategy and operations while reporting directly to the CEO.
Skills
About the role
Title: Group Finance Director
Location: Dublin, Ireland
Position Purpose:
We are seeking a hands-on Group Finance Director to lead our finance function across multiple entities and countries. This role combines strategic financial oversight with strong operational involvement, working closely with the CEO to drive financial performance, cash management, and finance transformation.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Lead and oversee the full finance function across multiple entities and geographies
Manage Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and outsourced finance partners
Ensure strong cash flow management and working capital control
Own monthly management accounts across multiple entities and countries, including consolidation
Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes
Maintain robust financial controls, compliance, and audit readiness
Provide financial insight and decision support to the CEO
Provide timely monthly and quarterly reports to the CEO and the Board
Educational Background and Experience
Qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, or CIMA)
Strong hands-on experience with SAP Business One (SAP B1) is essential
At least 10 years of progressive experience in finance, including leadership roles in multi-entity or international environments
Experience in SME or growing organizations with hands-on operational responsibility is strongly preferred
Proven experience managing AR, AP, and operational finance processes
Hands-on, pragmatic approach with the ability to operate at both strategic and operational levels
Why Join?
Opportunity to shape and strengthen the finance function
Exposure to international operations and growth initiatives
Role with potential to evolve toward Group CFO responsibilities
Relationships
High-impact role reporting directly to the CEO
High-impact role reporting to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and dotted line to Chief Operations Officer (COO).
Work closely with internal departments including Operations, HR, and external partners such as auditors and payroll providers.
Maintain ongoing and frequent communication with Axios staff. External Partners.
Competencies
Initiative Application of job knowledge.
Concern for order and quality.
Adaptability and flexibility.
Teamwork
Job Circumstances
The position is based in our regional office, and it does entail frequent travel to Clients and partners, which may be outside your designated region
Flexibility in ability to travel as well as working hours is essential
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