What is the context and company?
This opportunity is with a leading global consultancy known for its strategic advisory services across finance, technology, and operations. The role is based in Ireland (Dublin or Belfast) and sits within a high-performing team that partners with major organisations to modernise and optimise their finance functions. The team is growing rapidly and is focused on helping clients navigate complex transformation journeys, often involving digital innovation, operating model redesign, and performance improvement.
What will I be doing?
As a senior leader in the finance transformation practice, you will:
- Lead client engagements focused on reimagining finance functions, from strategy through to execution.
- Build and maintain trusted relationships with senior stakeholders across industries.
- Drive business development efforts, including identifying new opportunities and shaping proposals.
- Oversee the delivery of complex transformation programmes, ensuring quality, timeliness, and value.
- Act as a subject matter expert in areas such as finance operating models, shared services, automation, and analytics.
- Mentor and develop a team of consultants, fostering a collaborative and inclusive culture.
- Stay ahead of emerging trends in finance and technology to bring fresh thinking to clients.
- This is a strategic and hands-on role, ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, client-facing environment.
What skills and profile will I need?
Were looking for someone with:
- 10+ years of relevant experience, ideally in consulting and finance transformation.
- Strong understanding of finance processes, reporting, and enabling technologies e.g. ERP, EPM, Analytics tools (Dynamics, SAP, Oracle), (Oracle EPM Cloud, SAC, Tagetik and more).
- Proven track record in leading transformation projects from design through to implementation.
- Experience working with senior stakeholders, including C-suite, and influencing decision-making.
- Professional qualifications such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA, MBA, or project management certifications (e.g., PMP, Prince2).
- Commercial acumen and the ability to identify and convert new business opportunities.
- A collaborative leadership style and a passion for developing others.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Why take this role?
This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of finance for some of the most recognised organisations in the region.
Youll benefit from:
- A leadership role with real impact and visibility.
- A flexible, hybrid working model that supports work-life balance.
- A comprehensive benefits package including health, wellness, and financial perks.
- Access to cutting-edge tools, training, and global expertise.
- A culture that values innovation, inclusion, and continuous learning.
- Opportunities to grow your career in a supportive and ambitious environment.
How do I apply? Get in touch with Geoff Coleman from SystemsAccountants via Geoff@systemsaccountants.com or apply on this advert!
Who we are?
SystemsAccountants is a leading global Financial Systems, Analytics, and Transformation recruitment company. We provide permanent & contractor recruitment solutions to enable clients to implement, support, develop, run & optimise, ERP, ERP and Analytics systems. We source and screen finance systems professionals on a global basis. Unlike typical search & selection firms, our consultants have an international reach, which ensures that our clients and candidates receive market insight along with a tailored service.