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We are delighted to be exclusively partnering with a high-growth, private equity-backed business at an exciting stage of its evolution. Following recent investment and a series of acquisitions, the organisation is entering a new phase – focused on scaling, integration, and building a robust group structure.

As part of this, they are now looking to appoint a Group Financial Controller to act as a true number two to an impressive Group CFO.

The Opportunity

This is a pivotal role within the business, offering the chance to:

• Take ownership of the day-to-day finance function
• Bring structure, governance and discipline to a rapidly evolving environment
• Play a key role in integrating newly acquired businesses
• Build and shape a scalable finance function from the ground up

The organisation is high-growth and acquisition-led, with further deals in the pipeline and a clear ambition to significantly scale in the coming years.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the day-to-day finance operations, including:

• Month-end close and reporting
• Cashflow management
• Financial controls and governance

Drive improvements across:

• Processes, timelines and reporting quality
• Budgeting, forecasting and performance analysis

Manage and develop the existing finance team, including:

• Reshaping team structure
• Introducing greater rigour and accountability

Support post-acquisition integration:

• Standardising processes across entities
• Embedding consistent reporting and controls

Partner closely with the CFO:

• Enabling them to focus on strategy, growth and investors
• Review and enhance the current systems landscape over time

About You

You will likely bring:

• A professional accounting qualification (ACA or equivalent) with circa 6+ years PQE in industry
• A strong financial control background with hands-on experience across the full finance lifecycle

You will be:

• A self-starter with a “gets it done” mindset
• Comfortable operating in fast-paced, evolving environments
• Confident in driving change and challenging when needed
• Pragmatic, commercial, and solutions-focused

Experience in M&A environments or integration work would be an advantage, but is not essential.

Head of Group Finance, Dublin, Hybrid

Barden has been exclusively engaged on a key leadership appointment for a Head of Group Finance within a large, complex organisation based in Dublin to join their high performing team.

This is a high-impact role at the centre of the finance function, with responsibility for shaping and leading best-in-class financial reporting, governance and control. Working closely with senior leadership and the Board, this person will play a critical role in protecting and enhancing the organisation’s financial reputation.

“This role requires a senior, credible leader with the confidence to operate at the highest levels. We’re looking for someone who combines strong judgement, technical expertise and the ability to influence, challenge and lead in a fast-paced environment.” Hiring Manager

About the role

• Take ownership for the integrity and quality of all external financial reporting
• Lead the development of a robust, top-tier reporting and control environment
• Partner closely with senior stakeholders, providing insight, challenge and assurance
• Oversee delivery of annual and interim results, ensuring clarity, accuracy and compliance
• Lead audit relationships and manage complex accounting matters
• Act as the key interface with Board and Audit Committee on financial reporting
• Drive high standards across governance, risk and controls
• Lead and develop a high-performing team, building capability for the future

About the person

• Qualified accountant with significant post-qualification experience
• Proven track record operating at senior level in a complex environment
• Financial Reporting experience in a PLC environment or Audit Director with PLC client base
• Deep expertise in financial reporting, audit and technical accounting
• Strong presence with the ability to influence at executive and Board level
• Commercially aware, with sound judgement and resilience under pressure
• A natural leader who drives standards, accountability and high performance

Please reach out for a confidential discussion.

Barden are delighted to be partnering exclusively with a prominent global sports organisation to support the appointment of a Group Finance Manager to lead the Financial Reporting function.

Leading a team of 3, this could be a career defining role for the right person as the organisation embarks upon an unprecedented period of transformation.

‘This is a unique opportunity to step into a people leadership role in a period of significant transformation, and to make your mark overtime and with experience have a strong commercial impact on the business’ Finance Director.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

• Drive the financial reporting and compliance deliverables for the group.
• Lead and inspire the financial reporting team including career development goals & performance management processes.
• Foster innovation of the global finance process and reporting across the business.
• Ensure robust and qualitative governance frameworks are embedded across the group.
• Business partner with the Commercial and Operations teams.

ABOUT THE PERSON:

• Qualified accountant with at least 5 years’ experience in a Group Finance international environment.
• Managed high performing teams in a period of transformation and change.
• Strong commercial acumen, able to articulate the numbers to non finance people.
• Be ambitious, hard working and a team player.
• Have strong IT and project management skills.

Are you an experienced Credit Controller looking for your next opportunity with a well-established and growing business?

We are currently recruiting for a Credit Controller to join a finance team based in East Cork. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys taking ownership of the credit control function while working in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.

You will play a key role in managing customer accounts, reducing aged debt, maintaining strong customer relationships, and supporting the smooth running of the accounts receivable function.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

• Manage and maintain the sales ledger across a large customer base.
• Proactively collect outstanding debt by phone, email, and written correspondence.
• Monitor customer accounts and follow up on overdue balances.
• Reconcile customer accounts and resolve account queries promptly.
• Prepare and issue customer statements and aged debtor reports.
• Assess customer creditworthiness and assist with setting and reviewing credit limits.
• Liaise with internal teams to resolve invoicing and payment issues.
• Maintain accurate customer records and documentation.
• Support month-end reporting and other finance activities.
• Escalate complex accounts where required and assist with implementing effective collection strategies.
• Ensure compliance with credit control policies and procedures.

ABOUT THE PERSON:

You will have previous experience in a Credit Control, Accounts Receivable, or Finance Administration role.

You’ll also bring:

• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• The ability to build positive customer relationships while maintaining effective credit control.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• A proactive approach with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and accounting systems.
• The ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines in a busy environment.

Barden is delighted to be partnering exclusively with an international engineering and infrastructure business to recruit a Legal Counsel for its expanding in-house legal team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor looking to make a first move in-house or for someone with existing in-house experience who enjoys working in a broad commercial role within a fast-paced business.

THE ROLE

This is a varied business-facing role and some of the responsibilities will include:

• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a range of commercial contracts.
• Advising internal stakeholders on day-to-day legal and commercial matters.
• Supporting employment law and HR-related legal issues alongside the HR team and external advisers.
• Assisting with corporate governance and wider compliance initiatives.
• Supporting dispute management and litigation matters.
• Advising on GDPR and data protection issues across the business.
• Contributing to legal policy development, training and risk management projects.

THE PERSON

• Irish-qualified Solicitor
• 2–5 years’ PQE
• Strong legal training in a reputable law firm
• Applications are welcomed from lawyers with a range of areas of specialisation, including Corporate/Commercial, Commercial Litigation, Commercial Property and others.
• Commercially minded, pragmatic, eager to learn and enjoy building strong relationships with colleagues across the business.

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a corporate/commercial lawyer to join the in-house legal team of a leading Irish organisation operating across manufacturing and consumer products, both domestically and in international markets.

This role offers the opportunity to work on a varied mix of commercial contracts, corporate transactions and strategic legal projects while joining a collaborative legal team known for its supportive culture and strong work-life balance.

The contract is expected to run for a minimum of 12 months, with the potential for a longer duration depending on business requirements. The company will offer a contract completion bonus.

THE ROLE

Working closely with the General Counsel and wider business, you will provide commercially focused legal advice across a broad range of matters, including:

• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a wide variety of commercial agreements, including supply, procurement, outsourcing, IT and distribution contracts.
• Advising stakeholders on contractual risk, commercial negotiations and dispute management.
• Supporting corporate transactions, including M&A activity, joint ventures and strategic investments.
• Managing legal due diligence and assisting with transaction documentation.
• Liaising with external counsel on litigation and specialist legal matters where required.
• Advising on intellectual property, governance and wider legal risk across the organisation.
• Supporting business projects, policy development and legal training initiatives.

THE PERSON

• Irish qualified Solicitor
• Approximately 4+ years’ PQE gained in private practice and/or in-house.
• Strong commercial contracts experience.
• Exposure to corporate and M&A matters, including transaction support or corporate advisory work.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.

Are you looking for a compliance role with a varied remit, autonomy and the opportunity to help shape how a growing business approaches risk and regulatory compliance?

Barden is delighted to be partnering exclusively with a leading international renewable energy company in Cork as they appoint their first dedicated Risk & Compliance Specialist.

THE CLIENT

Our client develops, builds and operates renewable energy projects across multiple European markets and is continuing to grow its presence in Ireland and the UK. As the business evolves, they are looking for someone who enjoys working across a broad range of compliance and operational matters, partnering closely with stakeholders across the organisation and helping build robust, practical compliance frameworks.

The company operates a hybrid working with 2 days per week in the Cork office.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Reporting directly to the Head of Legal, this is a highly visible role with exposure across the UK and Ireland business, while also supporting international regulatory requirements.

This is far more than a traditional compliance role. You’ll work across a diverse portfolio of projects and responsibilities, including:

• Supporting regulatory and market participation compliance
• Coordinating data protection and wider governance initiatives
• Managing insurance-related activities across the business
• Working alongside contract owners to ensure ongoing compliance with contractual obligations
• Developing and improving compliance monitoring and reporting processes
• Partnering with Legal, Finance, IT and external advisors on a variety of regulatory and operational projects.

Full job spec is available.

The role offers significant autonomy and would suit someone who enjoys solving problems, improving processes and managing multiple workstreams in a collaborative environment.

ABOUT YOU

We’re keen to speak with professionals who have around 3-6 years’ experience (although there is flexibility upwards) within compliance, regulatory affairs, risk or a related discipline.

You’ll have:

• Experience in compliance, regulatory or risk management
• Strong organisational and project management skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders, working across a broad and evolving remit
• A collaborative, hands-on approach.

Your background could come from:

• Financial services
• Professional services or consultancy
• Energy or utilities
• An in-house compliance or risk function
• A legal background with strong regulatory or compliance exposure.

ROLE:                 Product Manager – Data Platform

LOCATION:        Cork (Hybrid – 2–3 days per week in the office)

ABOUT THE ROLE:

This is an opportunity to join a business building a next-generation data platform that underpins advanced risk, finance and AI-driven analytics capabilities. As Product Manager | Data Platform, you will play a key role in shaping the data infrastructure layer that powers a suite of enterprise analytics products. Working closely with Engineering and Data teams, you will help deliver a modern platform built on Snowflake while also supporting the evolution of Business Intelligence and emerging AI capabilities.

This role is ideal for a Product Manager with 3–5 years’ experience who enjoys working in highly technical environments, collaborating closely with engineering teams, and contributing to foundational platform capabilities that enable broader product innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive delivery of core data platform initiatives across ingestion, transformation and presentation layers.
• Translate technical and business requirements into clear, prioritised product backlogs.
• Partner closely with Engineering and Data teams to deliver scalable and reliable platform capabilities.
• Support the development of Business Intelligence and AI-enabled product features.
• Participate in customer workshops, usability testing and advisory sessions to translate feedback into platform improvements.
• Manage dependencies across multiple workstreams, balancing delivery priorities, quality and technical debt.
• Identify opportunities to improve platform performance, reliability and developer experience.

ABOUT THE PERSON:

This role will suit a technically minded Product Manager who enjoys working at the intersection of data, engineering and product. You’re comfortable with ambiguity, confident engaging with technical stakeholders, and motivated by building the foundational systems that enable advanced analytics and AI-driven products. This role offers strong exposure to experienced Product leaders and the opportunity to take ownership of meaningful initiatives from day one.

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Minimum of 3–5 years’ Product Management experience in B2B SaaS, enterprise software or data/analytics environments.
• Proven experience delivering software products end-to-end from discovery through to release.
• Strong technical curiosity and confidence engaging in discussions around APIs, data models, pipelines and platform architecture.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working in Agile delivery environments.
• Exposure to modern data technologies (e.g. Snowflake, Databricks, ETL/ELT pipelines, SQL, BI tools) is highly advantageous.
• Interest in AI/ML concepts and their application in enterprise platforms.
• Strong problem-solving ability with a talent for simplifying complexity.

If you’re looking to develop your Product Management career in a highly technical, data-led environment with significant investment in AI and platform capability, we’d love to hear from you.

Barden are delighted to be partnering with a Global business in the Energy Technology space as they seek a Revenue Accountant to join their team in Cork on a 12 month contract. This role offers the chance to work at the heart of a global finance function, partnering with cross-functional teams whilst playing a key role in revenue recognition and reporting.

You’ll be responsible for ensuring accurate and compliant revenue accounting across multiple entities, supporting month-end and quarter-end close processes, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives within a global revenue team. You’ll also play a key role in commercial finance, partnering with FP&A and operational teams to provide insight on revenue performance, support forecasting, and help drive informed business decision-making.

About the role:

• Manage revenue-related journals and ensure timely close activities
• Drive month-end and quarter-end processes across global entities
• Maintain and review revenue recognition models (ASC 606)
• Partner with FP&A, GBS, Sales, and Service Delivery teams
• Support forecasting of revenue impacts and contract evaluations
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP and internal controls (SOX)
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and revenue reporting
• Liaise with auditors for group and statutory reporting

About the person:

• Qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
• Strong understanding of revenue recognition
• Excellent analytical skills with high attention to detail
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Advanced Excel skills; Oracle or Alteryx experience a bonus
• 1/2+ years’ experience in a similar role (preferred, not essential)

Curious? Feel free to get in touch with Siobhán Sexton in Barden (siobhan.sexton@barden.ie) for more information.