Head of Finance, Dublin Pike

Location Dublin

Overview We are hiring a Head of Finance to lead the Irish business of a well‑established financial services organisation. This is a senior leadership role with full ownership of the finance function and a key position on the Executive Committee. Reporting to the CEO, you will play a critical role in shaping strategy, driving financial performance, and ensuring a robust control and regulatory environment. This role operates as a

PCF 11 Controlled Function , carrying significant regulatory responsibility and accountability.

Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership

Partner with the CEO and Exco to define and deliver business strategy and long‑term growth plans

Provide strong commercial insight and challenge to support key decision‑making

Support pricing strategy and new business initiatives

Financial Control&Reporting

Ensure a best‑in‑class financial control and governance environment

Oversee delivery of statutory accounts, regulatory and tax reporting

Act as a key contact for auditors and internal stakeholders

Maintain robust financial and regulatory reporting frameworks

Performance&Planning

Lead budgeting, forecasting and reforecasting processes

Deliver clear and insightful performance reporting to Exco

Drive accountability for financial targets across the business

Risk&Regulatory Oversight

Identify, manage and report financial risks to relevant committees

Play a key role in governance and risk frameworks

Ensure full compliance with all regulatory requirements and frameworks applicable to a PCF 11 role

Leadership

Lead and develop a high‑performing finance team

Foster an inclusive, performance‑driven culture

Drive talent development and succession planning

Skills&Experience

Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)

Proven senior finance leadership experience within financial services

Strong commercial acumen across financial control and FP&A

Experience operating at Executive / Board level

Track record of leading high‑performing teams

Critical Requirement

PCF 11 experience

This is a regulated leadership role requiring approval by the Central Bank

Candidates must demonstrate strong experience in governance, regulatory reporting and financial control within a regulated environment

Desirable

Experience in lending, asset finance or similar regulated sectors

Why consider this role?

Executive‑level position with significant strategic and regulatory responsibility

High‑impact role with direct CEO and Board interaction

Opportunity to shape and grow a key business unit

Strong visibility within a regulated financial services environment

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