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Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant

We’re currently seeking an experienced Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant to join a growing Group Finance function within a successful multi-entity organisation known for its collaborative and supportive culture.

Reporting directly to the Group CFO, this is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a busy and varied finance role with broad exposure across multiple companies and business operations, while working as part of a close-knit and down-to-earth team.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

You’ll be responsible for the day-to-day bookkeeping and financial administration across the group, ensuring accurate financial records, reconciliations, and transactional processing.

• Managing accounts payable and supplier payments
• Maintaining general ledger transactions and bank reconciliations
• Processing invoices, expenses, and payroll journals
• Performing debtor and creditor reconciliations
• Supporting month-end activities including accruals and prepayments
• Maintaining accurate sales and purchase ledgers
• Assisting with management reporting and financial data preparation
• Working extensively with Xero across multiple entities
• Supporting ongoing finance process improvements

ABOUT THE PERSON:

• An ATI qualification (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years’ experience in a bookkeeping or accounts role
• Experience working in a multi-entity or high-volume finance environment
• Strong Excel and reconciliation skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational ability
• The ability to work independently and manage competing priorities

WHY THIS ROLE?

• A varied and long-term opportunity within a growing organisation
• A genuinely supportive and friendly team culture
• Broad exposure across a diverse group structure
• Direct access to and support from the Group CFO
• Competitive salary based on experience
• Strong stability and opportunity for growth

Do you want to make a significant impact in a dynamic, globally focused environment? We are delighted to be partnering exclusively with a prominent global pharmaceutical solutions organisation in their search for an ambitious individual to step into the role of Financial Accountant to support the continued growth of the business.

This business is a key player in the pharmaceutical industry. With a revenue exceeding $200 billion, they are dedicated to revolutionising healthcare worldwide.

This is very much a varied role where the successful person will have full remit to make it their own. This person will get exposure across the global business while liaising with multiple teams across finance and beyond.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

• Preparation of the month-end and quarter-end reporting processes
• Responsible for the preparation of management accounts for the business
• Key involvement in the budgeting and forecasting process
• The development of strong relationships with key stakeholders across the business
• Liaise with internal and external auditors and supports the audit process by providing timely and accurate information and data
• Evaluation of processes and recommends and implements process improvements
• Responsible for supporting the Statutory Accounting Activities
• Ad-hoc project and tax work as required.

ABOUT THE PERSON:

• Qualified Accountant with post-qualification experience in industry
• Experience with SAP is a strong advantage
• Highly motivated self-starter with excellent attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• An effective team player, who demonstrates excellent leadership and negotiation skills.

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

Barden is pleased to be partnering exclusively with a high-performing Irish organisation to appoint a strategic and commercially focused Financial Controller. The business has experienced significant growth in recent years and is well positioned to continue this upward trajectory.

The successful candidate will play a central role in both the day-to-day running of the finance function and the ongoing enhancement of systems, controls, and processes. In addition, they will provide meaningful commercial insight to support decision-making and help shape the future direction of the business.

This opportunity will suit an ambitious, entrepreneurial individual who brings energy, initiative, and a strong commercial mindset to their work. To explore this opportunity further, please contact caroline.frawley@barden.ie or denis.galvin@barden.ie.

ABOUT THE ROLE

• Leading and managing the overall finance function of an integral business unit within a large group.
• Ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting, with a focus on best-in-class standards.
• Ownership of cashflow management and working capital forecasting.
• Driving system enhancements and automation across the finance function.
• Regularly interact with senior leadership on commercial and strategic aspects of the business.
• Leading and contributing to key projects across both finance and the wider business.
• Ensuring full compliance with all regulatory and statutory requirements.
• Providing leadership, guidance, and development support to the finance team.

ABOUT THE PERSON

• Qualified Accountant with 5–10 years’ post-qualification experience.
• Strong analytical ability, with excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Proven track record of influencing stakeholders across an organisation.
• Commercially astute with a strong understanding of business drivers.
• Highly organised, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Positive, proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.

Barden are delighted to be appointed as the exclusive Talent Advisor on a key senior finance opportunity in Cork. Our client has a long standing reputable history in their field. The business is continuously expanding through organic growth and engaged in acquisitions. This is a superb opportunity to genuinely make a positive impact on an Irish business that is going from strength to strength.

The role will suit a high performing person who is currently at a senior finance level, looking for a fresh challenge. This is a hands on role where you will also form part of the Senior Leadership team, contributing to the strategic direction and general management of the company. The company has a well established and loyal client base, where they work collaboratively to deliver high quality products in a dynamic landscape.

The Executive team are seeking someone who is commercially savvy, solution orientated, hands on, trustworthy and someone who demonstrates a high level of integrity.

For a confidential discussion on this opportunity, please contact me directly (denis.galvin@barden.ie)

ABOUT THE ROLE

Financial Control and Leadership

• Oversee all aspects of financial reporting, month-end and year-end processes, taxation and statutory compliance.
• Manage cash flow, working capital, and treasury functions to optimize financial performance, allowing for best practice capital allocation.
• Ensure systems, processes, and controls are fit for purpose, continuously identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Lead and mentor a small finance team, fostering a culture of high performance and professional development.

Commercial Finance & Business Partnering

• Act as a trusted advisor to the senior leadership team, providing financial insight to support strategic decision-making.
• Drive the budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning process, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Conduct detailed margin analysis, cost control, and pricing strategies to optimize profitability and growth.
• Partner with operational and commercial teams to improve business performance and identify new opportunities.

Strategic Growth Initiatives

• Support the evaluation and execution of acquisitions, leading financial due diligence and risk assessment.
• Develop integration plans to ensure seamless transition post-acquisition, optimizing synergies and efficiencies.
• Work closely with leadership to ensure newly acquired businesses align with the company’s financial and operational strategy.

ABOUT THE PERSON

• Qualified Finance professional with 10+ years post qualification and a demonstrated history at a leadership level.
• Excellent stakeholder management and business partnering skills, with a commercial mindset.
• A proactive, hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Here at Barden, we are excited to be partnering our valued client to identify a Director of Finance. In this role you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the finance function is ‘best in class’ to support global growth.

This business is going from strength to strength and is experiencing significant growth and global expansion. Headquartered in Ireland, you will report to the newly appointed Group Finance Director who is incredibly impressive. They bring innovate thinking and you will have both the support from them and also the freedom to adopt new technologies and ways of working to bring further improvements to Finance.

The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator, be passionate about partnering with business stakeholders both internal and external, and have the initiative to drive processes forward.

If you are interested in learning more about this truly exciting opportunity, please get in contact with me directly (denis.galvin@barden.ie) or reach out to my colleague Caroline Frawley (caroline.frawley@barden.ie)

ABOUT THE ROLE

• Lead and develop a high-performing team of leaders, across multiple functions and disciplines.
• Oversee all close and reporting processes (R2R), ensuring timely, accurate financial statements and strong balance sheet governance.
• Partner closely with FP&A and regional teams to ensure consistent accounting policies, accurate P&Ls, and robust project margin reporting.
• Own tax, statutory reporting, and audit coordination, ensuring full compliance across jurisdictions.
• Lead and optimise the full Procure-to-Pay function, driving efficiency, controls, and data quality across shared services.
• Take full ownership of payroll operations across multiple geographies, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and strong internal controls.
• Drive automation, digitalisation, and process improvement initiatives across finance operations, reducing manual effort and enhancing scalability.
• Strengthen operational excellence, including KPI/SLA frameworks, internal controls, and risk management to support improved financial performance.

ABOUT THE PERSON

• Senior finance leader with extensive experience operating in complex, multi-country environments, including leadership of multi-disciplinary teams.
• Strong technical expertise across shared services, AP, payroll, payments, and core accounting, underpinned by a professional accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA).
• Deep understanding of compliance, statutory reporting, tax, and internal controls, ensuring robust governance frameworks.
• Proven track record in driving process improvement, automation, and operational transformation across finance functions.
• Delivers efficient, scalable, and well-controlled finance operations, with high-performing teams, reduced manual effort, and strong cross-functional alignment.

We’re looking for a commercially minded finance professional to join a high-performing Finance team supporting international operations across multiple entities.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative finance environment where transformation, innovation, and process excellence are genuinely valued, offering strong exposure to global stakeholders and projects

ABOUT THE ROLE:

As Contract Management Senior Analyst, you’ll act as a Subject Matter Expert responsible for the end-to-end management of rebate and commission processes. You’ll manage a portfolio of entities/business units, ensuring:

• Accurate setup and management of rebate and commission agreements
• Integrity of accruals and financial reporting
• Timely and compliant settlements and payments
• Strong process controls and governance
• Continuous improvement and standardisation across processes

You’ll also partner closely with Finance and Sales teams globally to ensure commercial agreements are accurately reflected within systems and aligned to company policies and controls

ABOUT THE PERSON

• Part-qualified or qualified accountant (or equivalent)
• At least 3-4 years’ experience within Finance or Accounting
• Experience managing rebate or commission processes an advantage
• Strong systems experience
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• A proactive mindset with a focus on ownership and continuous improvement

A fantastic opportunity for an indirect tax manager to join the in house tax function of a highly performing group. An exciting time to join this innovative global organisation that has some of the most innovative, diverse and distinctive brands in its sector.

As indirect tax manager you will be involved in a mix of compliance and advisory projects and also includes extensive business partnering. You will be part of team responsible for managing projects that provide strategic tax input on new product launches, market entries, and commercial initiatives.

A great company to be part of which offers career progression opportunities along with a flexible hybrid policy and excellent benefits.

About the position

• Manage the review and approval of tax returns across multiple international jurisdictions. Use automated data processes while ensuring accuracy, completeness, and robust internal controls.
• Monitor global indirect tax legislative and regulatory changes and communicate impacts proactively.
• Identify, assess, and manage emerging tax risks such as regulatory developments, law changes, risks related to products, and control weaknesses.
• Contribute to the build, improvement, and operation of the Tax control framework, ensuring risks are detailed, monitored, and mitigated effectively.
• Manage projects that provide strategic tax input on new product launches, market entries, and commercial initiatives.
• Lead responses to queries or audits from tax authorities in various jurisdictions, collaborating with colleagues across the business.
• Act as a trusted business partner to Product, Commercial, Regulatory, Finance, and Data teams.

About the person

• Qualified tax professional with at least 2-3 years pqe
• Exposure to international tax issues
• Could be suited to a candidate wanting to step into their first manager role in industry
• Tax compliance experience is desirable (either direct or indirect tax)
• Willingness to put yourself out of your comfort zone and build relationships across the business
• Team player with excellent communication skills and the ability to work across a fast paced global organisation
• Commercially focused individual with an enthusiasm to go out to the business and talk to non tax teams on business matters
• Experience managing or mentoring more junior members of the team

Barden are partnering with a technology multinational looking to hire a Legal Assistant to join their Corporate legal department in Cork on a fixed term contract until June 2027.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

• Supporting corporate governance and entity management activities across Ireland and international jurisdictions, including subsidiary maintenance and corporate restructuring matters.
• Drafting, reviewing and coordinating the execution of a broad range of corporate legal documentation in collaboration with internal stakeholders across EMEA and global legal teams.
• Driving operational efficiencies within the legal function through the use of AI and emerging technology tools, while promoting innovation and best practices across the team.

ABOUT THE PERSON:

The successful individual will be an experienced Legal Secretary, Legal Executive, Paralegal or Company Secretary with excellent experience in corporate legal matters, corporate governance and entity management.

Barden are proud to be partnering with a leading global organisation to appoint an Operations Finance Lead to their team in Dublin (hybrid working).

About the Role

Help a global manufacturing network improve cost, performance and decision-making — with real visibility and influence. This is a high-impact operational finance partnering role supporting senior manufacturing leadership across a global footprint. You will play a key role in driving financial performance, bringing consistency to reporting across sites, and delivering clear, actionable insight to support decision-making and cost efficiency. This is an opportunity to step into a visible position where you can shape how operational performance is understood and managed across a multi-site environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with senior operational leaders, providing insight to support performance and cost optimisation
• Develop and embed consistent KPIs and reporting across a number of sites and business areas
• Identify and drive improvements in finance processes and performance tracking
• Support decision-making through clear analysis, insight and challenge
• Lead budgeting, forecasting and ongoing performance review processes
• Deliver regular reporting, variance analysis and performance insights to key stakeholders
• Play a role in ongoing improvements to how performance is measured and managed across the organisation

Who they are looking for

• Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with at least 8 years PQE relevant industry experience
• Background in a complex, operational or multi-site environment (e.g. FMCG, manufacturing, pharma, distribution)
• Strong understanding of cost drivers and business performance
• Proven ability to partner with and influence stakeholders
• Strong analytical capability, with the ability to turn data into meaningful insight
• Experience working in a changing environment is highly advantageous
• Strong Excel skills, with experience in data visualisation tools an advantage such as Power BI