Head of Finance | Dublin | Aircraft Leasing

Lucida Search Partners

  • Dublin
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
About the Job:This is a senior leadership role reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), responsible for leading a globally distributed finance team with responsibility across financial reporting, strategic analysis, and tax. The successful candidate will play a critical role in supporting executive decision-making, ensuring robust financial governance, and driving operational excellence across the finance function.Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead the preparation of financial statements in compliance with IFRS/GAAP
  • Oversee and manage global audit processes and ensure regulatory compliance across jurisdictions
  • Deliver strategic financial analysis, scenario modelling, and investment support to senior leadership
  • Manage international tax compliance and drive optimisation strategies
  • Strengthen and streamline financial operations, forecasting, and reporting processes
  • Mentor and lead a multinational finance team, fostering development and collaboration
  • Implement best-in-class financial controls and systems to support global business growth.
Qualifications:
  • Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CPA or equivalent) with proven finance leadership experience
  • Strong background in aircraft leasing, aviation finance, or Big 4 advisory/consulting
  • Expertise in corporate financial reporting, analysis, and cross-border tax matters
  • Experience managing international finance teams and audit processes
  • Commercially minded, strategic thinker with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Comfortable working with complex financial models, systems, and reporting tools (advanced Excel proficiency essential)

Lucida Search Partners