{"id":4052027,"url":"https://alion.io/job/ifac-financial-controller-maternity-cover","title":"Financial Controller, Maternity Cover","company":{"id":4531984,"name":"IFAC","domain":"ifac.ie","url":"https://alion.io/company/ifac-ie","size_band":null,"is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Occupop","truth_index":null},"role":"Finance","role_family":"Finance","seniority":"senior","employment_type":"full_time","work_mode":"hybrid","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Kilkenny, Ireland"],"countries":["IE"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":5,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-10-21T07:57:45Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-11-11","last_verified_at":"2026-11-11T22:21:55Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":21,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":0,"flags":["company_stale"],"days_open":20},"description":"Recruitment: Financial Controller - Maternity Cover, Kilkenny\n\nAre you ready to join a high-performance team in a Top Ten professional services firm?\nWe are seeking a highly analytical and commercially minded Financial Controller to join our finance team based in our Kilkenny Head Office on a fixed-term basis. This role offers an excellent opportunity to build a rewarding career in one of Irelands fastest-growing professional services Firms.\nThe Role\nThis is a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role is integral to the delivery of accurate financial reporting, strong financial controls, and full regulatory compliance. It combines rigorous financial analysis with clear communication to senior stakeholders, and requires a proactive, detail-focused individual who works effectively across teams to provide high-quality financial insight.\nAbout Ifac\nFounded in 1975, Ifac is Ireland's specialist professional services firm for the farming, food, agri, and family business sectors. We are an award-winning employer and one of Ireland's Top Ten Accountancy firms. Ifac is also one of Ireland’s Top 200 Employers 2025 as listed by the Irish Independent in partnership with Statista, and a PrimeGlobal member firm. As Ireland's largest farming, food, and agribusiness professional services firm, ifac is proud to be certified as a B Corporation (B Corp).\nOur Purpose\nIfac's purpose is to help its clients to build profitable sustainable futures, so that people and communities across Ireland can thrive.\nOur Ambition\nWith a strong focus on global best practice, Ifac has set its ambition to be a global leader in agrifood advisory, while also driving growth and excellence in Ireland's dynamic SME sector.\nWhy Join Ifac?\nAt Ifac, we are more than just a workplace - we are a community of professionals committed to growth, innovation, and sector leadership. When you join our team, you’ll have the opportunity to:\nWork with industry-leading experts and clients in Ireland’s farming, food, agribusiness, and SME sectors.\nBe part of a values-driven culture emphasising collaboration, commitment, energy, respect, and foresight.\nBuild a great career, help us achieve our ambitions and help shape the future of Ireland’s business landscape.\nEnjoy a competitive compensation package, including performance-based bonuses and significant opportunities for professional growth.\nMaking an impact\nWe build strong client connections through great service, sectoral expertise, and deep engagement. Many of our clients have been with us for generations and we have helped those families build and retain wealth, transition assets, and optimize opportunities.\nKey Responsibilities:\nLead the preparation and delivery of monthly management accounts for the ifac Group, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timeliness across all entities. \nMaintain, develop and implement robust accounting policies and internal financial controls, ensuring full compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements. \nMonitor and review costs on an ongoing basis, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities for improved financial performance and efficiency. \nOversee and coordinate financial year-end processes and reporting inputs for all business units, ensuring smooth and timely completion. \nEnsure all statutory, regulatory, and compliance returns are completed accurately and submitted on time across the Group. \nCoordinate and manage group audits, tax reviews, and act as the primary 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