Finance Business Partner - Director

EMPOWERMENT is delighted to partner with a leading plc who are seeking a proven leader in the field of Finance Business Partnering to join their expanding team. **Responsibilities:** * Work closely with senior stakeholders to shape financial plans and translate broader business priorities into clear financial strategies. * Deliver financial analysis, modelling, and forward-looking insights to inform commercial decisions, investment priorities, and the effective allocation of resources. * Partner with teams across the organisation to strengthen financial performance, improve cost efficiency, and promote clear ownership of financial outcomes. * Own or coordinate annual planning, budgeting, and forecasting activities, ensuring robust assumptions, accurate reporting, and appropriate financial controls. * Assess the financial implications of proposed initiatives, investment opportunities, and business cases, providing clear recommendations to support sustainable growth. * Establish consistent approaches to financial management and contribute to the ongoing development of finance processes and team capability. **Experience:** * Qualified accountant with strong academics in undergraduate degree/masters * At least 8 years' experience in a senior finance partnering or financial management role, with evidence of influencing commercial decisions and improving organisational performance. * Demonstrated people leadership experience, including the ability to build capability and lead effectively across multiple functions or within a matrix structure. * Strong technical expertise in financial planning, forecasting, analysis, and strategic decision support, together with confidence using modern finance systems and analytical tools. * Superior communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to present complex financial information clearly and influence senior decision-makers. * A strong record of turning financial data and analysis into actionable recommendations that deliver measurable business value and contribute to longer-term strategic objectives. \*Only candidates who meet the above criteria will be shortlisted for discussion \*\*On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package, operating in a hybrid work environment \*\*\*Only candidates currently residing in Ireland (with no visa sponsorship requirements) will be considered **Contact** Please apply directly to this posting and Karl Byrne, Director and Head of Financial Recruitment, will reach out for a confidential discussion.