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CEL are an Irish based 40-year manufacturer, distributor and exporter of electrical switchgear and controls, and related products and services, now focused on the supplying the global Data Centre industry. We operate across multiple geographic locations and offering excellent career progression for ambitious professionals.\nRole Overview\nThis is a senior finance leadership role within a high-growth, project-driven manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will lead the US finance function while partnering closely with operations, production, supply chain, engineering, project management and executive leadership.\nThe role requires a strong combination of:\nFinancial control and compliance\nManufacturing and project accounting\nWorking capital and cash flow management\nCommercial finance and operational partnering\nSystems/process improvement\nLeadership in a fast-scaling environment\nThe individual will play a key role in building a scalable finance infrastructure capable of supporting substantial US growth in the data center sector.\nKey Responsibilities\nFinancial Control & Reporting\nLead all US finance operations including month-end close, reporting, controls and compliance\nDeliver accurate and timely monthly management accounts\nEnsure robust balance sheet reconciliations and financial governance\nManage US statutory, sales tax and regulatory compliance requirements\nSupport annual audit processes and 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structures\nCommercial Finance & Business Partnering\nPartner with project managers and operational leaders on profitability, risk and execution\nSupport bid reviews, commercial assessments and contract governance\nProvide financial insight into pricing, margins and operational performance\nHelp drive operational accountability through KPI reporting and business analytics\nSystems & Process Improvement\nImprove finance processes, controls and reporting automation\nSupport continued rollout and optimisation of SAP Business ByDesign and Power BI reporting\nDevelop scalable reporting structures suitable for a growing multi-site US operation\nAssist in developing integrated labor, production and project performance reporting\nLeadership\nBuild and develop the US finance team over time\nAct as a key member of the US leadership team\nFoster a high-accountability, hands-on and solutions-focused culture\nWork closely with Group Finance and leadership teams across Ireland and the US\nRequirements\nRequired Experience\n7-15+ years finance experience with progression into senior finance leadership\nExperience in manufacturing, engineered products, construction, industrial projects or related sectors\nStrong understanding of project accounting and operational finance\nExperience managing working capital in project-based environments\nStrong financial control and reporting background\nExperience operating in a scaling or fast-growth business environment\nERP experience essential (SAP Business ByDesign experience advantageous)\nPreferred Experience\nData center, electrical, modular construction or industrial manufacturing exposure\nMulti-entity or international group experience\nExperience with percentage-of-completion accounting\nExposure to US sales tax compliance and multi-state operations\nExperience supporting operational KPI and Power BI reporting environments\nPersonal Attributes\nCommercially minded and operationally engaged\nStrong leadership presence with 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ensuring excellence and operational success across CEL’s international teams.\n\nShape the Future of CEL - Critical PowerThis is more than just an operator role-it’s an opportunity to help forge the future of CEL and our expansion across the US.\n\nCompetitive Salary, Benefits & Career GrowthWe offer structured career development, professional training, and leadership opportunities, ensuring long-term career progression.\n\nEqual Opportunity Employer\nCEL Critical Power is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and high-performing workplace. We strongly believe that seeking out and hiring the most diverse talent and creating an inclusive workplace is the way to create an exceptional and innovative environment for our employees, which will deliver excellence in service to our customers. We encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experience to join this multicultural, hard-working team. 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