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Finance Manager – Retail

My client is a well-established retail business in New Ross, Wexford.

** I am open to candidates who are looking for a Permanent Contract but will also consider somebody who wants a temporary 6-month Fixed Term Contract**

They are recruiting a commercially focused finance leader responsible for the complete finance function of a retail business.

This is a stand-alone and hands on role reporting to the General Manager.

This person will provide accurate financial reporting, cash flow management, budgeting, stock and margin analysis, compliance oversight, and strategic support to drive profitability and growth.

Salary is €60k-€70k may be negotiable but must reflect experience.

Key Responsibilities for the job of Financial Controller:

Financial Reporting

• Prepare monthly management accounts.
• Produce profit & loss, balance sheet, and cash flow reports.
• Analyse financial performance and explain variances.
• Provide financial information to owners and senior management.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Prepare annual budgets and regular forecasts.
• Monitor performance against budget.
• Recommend actions to improve profitability and control costs.

Cash Flow Management

• Monitor daily cash position.
• Forecast cash requirements.
• Manage working capital, debtors, creditors, and banking relationships.

Retail Commercial Support

• Monitor store, product, and department margins.
• Analyse sales trends and profitability.
• Work with buying and merchandising teams on stock, pricing, and supplier budgets.
• Help management make decisions that improve gross profit.

Stock & Inventory Control

• Review stock valuations.
• Monitor stock shrinkage and inventory accuracy.
• Ensure inventory is correctly accounted for in the financial statements.

Compliance & Audit

• Prepare VAT, PAYE, PRSI, and statutory returns.
• Liaise with Revenue, auditors, banks, and external accountants.
• Ensure the business complies with accounting standards and regulations.

Systems & Process Improvement

• Improve finance systems and controls.
• Implement new procedures and reporting tools.
• Develop more efficient ways of working across the business.

Typical Retail-Specific Duties

• Weekly sales and margin reporting.
• Managing cash and banking from stores.
• Monitoring stock levels and inventory value.
• Analysing store profitability.
• Working closely with buyers on supplier rebates and purchasing budgets.
• Reviewing promotional and seasonal trading performance

If this opportunity is of interest, please apply today.

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