About the Role

We're looking for a Finance Manager who sees finance as more than month-end and reporting. We want someone who'll take genuine ownership of the function and bring a process improvement and automation mindset to everything they do.

You'll be joining HRLocker, a fully remote Irish SaaS company with a growing footprint across Ireland. As we bring other Irish companies into the HRLocker business, you'll play a key role in pulling those finance operations together. This adds real variety and strategic exposure beyond a typical single-company finance role.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Analysis

Lead the annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning processes
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and variance analyses
Develop financial models to support business decisions and strategic initiatives
Monitor key financial metrics and present findings to senior management

Accounting & Reporting

Oversee day-to-day accounting operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger
Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements in accordance with FRS 102 (Irish/UK GAAP)
Manage month-end and year-end close processes
Work in conjunction with the Group Financial Controller to coordinate with external auditors for annual audits

Compliance & Risk Management

Ensure compliance with local financial regulations and tax obligations
Maintain and strengthen internal controls and financial policies
Identify financial risks and recommend mitigation strategies

Cash Flow

Monitor and manage cash flow to ensure operational liquidity
Oversee banking relationships and manage banking functions
Approve payments input into the corporate bank

Team Leadership

Manage and mentor a small team of finance and accounting professionals
Set performance goals, conduct reviews, and support professional development
Foster a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field (required)

Experience

3+ years of progressive experience in finance or accounting roles (required)
2+ years in a managerial or supervisory capacity (preferred)
Experience in financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting (required)
Industry experience in the SaaS sector (desirable)

Skills & Competencies

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Proficiency in accounting software (Xero)
Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presenting financials to non-finance audiences
High attention to detail and ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines
Strong leadership and team management capabilities
Familiarity with automation or data tools such as Excel macros, Power BI, or Python (desirable)

Person Specification

We're looking for a Finance Manager who is more than a technically accomplished accountant. We want someone who will truly own the finance function and play an active role in shaping the future of the business. The ideal candidate will bring energy, initiative, and a genuine desire to make things better.

Process Improvement & Automation Mindset

Has a genuine passion for streamlining and improving financial processes, always asking "how can we do this better?"
Experienced in identifying manual, repetitive tasks and finding ways to automate them
Comfortable challenging the status quo and implementing change in a structured and considered way
Measures the impact of improvements and continuously iterates to drive efficiency

Ownership & Proactive Thinking

Takes full ownership of the finance function, not just maintaining what exists, but actively driving it forward
Anticipates challenges before they arise and brings solutions, not just problems
Comfortable operating with autonomy and thrives without the need for micromanagement
Stays ahead of regulatory changes, industry trends, and best practices, applying them where relevant, particularly as group integration work progresses
Brings fresh ideas and a strategic, commercial mindset to how the finance team operates and reports

Collaboration & Communication

Builds strong relationships across the business, acting as a trusted financial partner to non-finance stakeholders
Able to communicate complex financial information clearly and confidently to senior leadership
Collaborative by nature, but confident in pushing back where necessary to maintain financial integrity

Character & Culture Fit

Self-motivated, resilient, and energised by a fast-paced environment
Curious and growth-oriented, always looking to develop personally and professionally
High integrity and transparency in all financial matters
Comfortable in a fully remote working environment

What We Offer

25 days annual leave
Additional days off for your birthday, Good Friday, and Christmas Eve
Private pension scheme
Private healthcare
Fully remote working
Active support and funding for professional development and training
Regular company events and a collaborative, inclusive team culture

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

HRLocker is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences, and we're happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments you may need during the application or interview process.

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