Finance Manager

Our client, a market-leading Irish educational publisher are seeking a dynamic and ambitious Finance Manager/ Senior Management Accountant to join their finance team.

Reporting directly to the CFO, this is a unique opportunity for a qualified accountant to gain broad, senior-level experience with a clearly defined pathway to CFO succession. This is a leadership development opportunity with structured mentoring, strategic project involvement, and a direct route to CFO.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare consolidated monthly management accounts, budgets, and forecasts for group entities
• Lead financial modelling and strategic analysis to support decision-making across markets
• Oversee cost accounting, royalties, and rights management processes
• Drive process automation, system enhancements, and financial controls
• Support strategic initiatives including market expansion and digital transformation
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to cross-departmental projects
• Ensure compliance with multi-jurisdictional accounting and reporting standards

Minimum Requirements:

• ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified with 5-7 years' experience, ideally in a multi-entity environment
• Strong financial analysis, budgeting, and reporting expertise
• Advanced Excel and ERP system skills
• Proven ability to influence at senior level and deliver commercial insights
• Knowledge of publishing or education sectors (advantageous)