At LearnUpon, we’re seeking a Financial Controller to join our team in Ireland.

Reporting to the VP of Finance this role will lead the day-to-day operations of the financial and accounting operations of the company. This is an exciting and challenging role, which will sit within the finance function.

• Oversees the monthly close process and is accountable for achieving our target for days to close
• Manage finance and accounting operations – Own the global close process and related reporting, including accounts payable, payroll, tax, general ledger, and consolidations
• Responsible for ensuring accurate and timely tax compliance and filings across various jurisdictions, while maintaining up-to-date knowledge of tax regulations and implementing best practices to minimize risks and optimize tax processes. Includes responsibility for the R&D Tax Credit program
• Responsible for treasury – Manage the worldwide cash flows of the group, including understanding FX exposure and implementing strategies as required
• Implement improved process regarding vendor management, including ownership of the procurement process
• Leverage technology to build scalable/sustainable processes to create efficiencies, and streamline accounting operations
• Benchmark and coordinate with industry peers on standard methodologies related to accounting, systems, policies, and processes
• Accountable for overseeing the audit process and ensuring full compliance with all financial and tax regulations
• Participate in key strategic initiatives and assist with other ad hoc projects

• Qualified Accountant (ACCA\ACA) with experience experience managing teams working in fast growing finance/accounting leadership role, preferably in SAAS
• Strong understanding of Irish GAAP and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) to ensure compliance and accurate financial reporting
• Familiarity with tax compliance, filings, and local regulatory requirements to ensure proper financial oversight and risk management
• Solid experience in business operations and ability to set up systems and processes to ensure effective internal controls and accounting procedures
• Strong exposure to multiple entity consolidation and reporting
• Results orientated with a keen focus on agility, and capable of pivoting based on changing business needs, while keeping your team in a steady state
• Passion for managing and developing teams

Not required but considered a plus

• Experience with Netsuite
• Experience setting up entities in other jurisdictions
• Exposure to level finance functions such a Treasury, Tax and M&A
• Pre-IPO SaaS experience

Don’t worry if you don’t tick every box in order to apply, we’re always happy to review applications and take all experience into consideration. We do our best to provide feedback where we can!

Applicants for the position can expect the following hiring process:

• Qualified applicants will be invited to schedule a 30-minute call
• Successful candidates will then be invited to a series of practical interviews, including a task
• Finally, candidates will have a short interview with our CFO
• Successful candidates will be contacted with an offer to join our team