Finance Manager

Gowan Auto, importers and distributors of multiple motor brands in Ireland, are seeking to recruit a Finance Manager for the Peugeot and DS Automobiles brands. Reporting to the Finance Director, the Finance Manager will play a crucial role in supporting our financial operations and planning, budgeting, forecasting etc. They will be responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, providing strategic financial insights, and driving financial performance across the Peugeot and DS brands within Gowan Auto. The role has a broad commercial aspect and will involve some elements of costing, pricing and margin analysis. It will also require close collaboration with various stakeholders, including the manufacturer, Stellantis, senior management, dealer network, and other cross-functional departments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform data analysis, and business planning in support of Peugeot and DS business financial forecast, budget, and long-range plan.
• Maintain financial models, forecasts, and budgets to support strategic decision-making.
• Monitor and analyse financial performance, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions, as necessary.
• Prepare and present financial reports, including monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, projections and variance analytics to senior management, Board and other stakeholders.
• Collaborate with key business partners, including Stellantis and dealer network across the Company to support forecast assumptions, share insights and scenario sensitivities.
• Support the annual budgeting process, providing guidance and recommendations to department heads and senior management.
• Provide financial guidance and support to cross-functional teams, assisting in cost control initiatives and driving operational efficiency.
• Any other ad hoc duties as required by the Finance Director.

Required Qualifications:

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, and/or related field.
• Proven previous professional experience in finance and/or accounting.
• Strong knowledge of financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and accounting principles.
• Proficiency in data analysis, and financial reporting, with experience managing big data sets.
• Strong skills in utilising Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.

Key Attributes:

• Automotive experience an advantage.
• People management skills.
• Commercial awareness.
• IT proficient.
• Ability to work on own initiative.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Full, clean driving licence.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Bike to work scheme
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person