An exciting opportunity for an ambitious accounting professional to join a fast-growing Tech / SaaS startup as Financial Controller.
Reporting directly to the CFO, you will take ownership of the day-to-day financial operations of the business while partnering closely with senior leadership to translate strategic goals into disciplined execution. You will act as the backbone of the finance function, building robust processes, controls, and systems to support scale, efficiency, and international growth.
This role is predominately remote and the successful candidate can be based anywhere in Ireland but must be available for onsite meetings in Dublin HQ as required.
Responsibilities:
- Own end-to-end accounting operations, including monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards and revenue recognition policies (SaaS / Recurring Revenue)
- Maintain and continuously strengthen financial controls, policies, and procedures
- Partner with the CFO and commercial leadership on pricing strategy across products and services
- Maintain pricing models, rate cards, and commercial frameworks
- Track and analyse the financial impact of pricing changes, discounts, and commercial terms on revenue, margin, and profitability
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and reforecasting processes
- Act as a finance business partner to functional leaders during annual budget cycles
- Assist with financial modelling, headcount planning, and cost-control initiatives
- Provide timely, accurate financial insights to support decision-making across the business
- Manage payment runs, approvals, and cash flow visibility
- Monitor cash balances and short-term liquidity, escalating risks proactively
- Own and optimise day-to-day finance systems (ERP/accounting software, expenses, payroll platforms)
- Drive process improvement, automation, and standardisation as the company scales
Requirements:
- ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified accountant with 6+ years PQE ideally in a scaling, international, or SaaS environment.
- Strong hands-on experience with month-end close, financial controls, and statutory reporting.
- Solid understanding of revenue recognition and recurring revenue models.
- High attention to detail with the ability to meet tight deadlines.
- Highly organised, execution-focused, and detail-oriented.
- Strong ownership mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
