Job Title
Senior Finance Manager
Requisition
JR000015737 Senior Finance Manager (Open)
Location
Dublin, IRL
Additional Locations
Job Description Summary
Reporting to the Senior Director of Accounting for Corporate Finance, this position will lead various functions within the Ireland Corporate group. An integral part of this role will be the management of Direct employee(s) and a team of contractors providing guidance, support and leadership. This role focuses on producing accurate financial information, maintaining strong internal controls, and working closely with management and key stakeholders including Tax, Treasury, Legal and FP&A. This professional will require effective relationships with other functions in Ireland, Europe and throughout the rest of the world. Keenova Therapeutics is a fast-moving company and responding to the needs of the Keenova Therapeutics group will be an important part of this role.
Job Description
Essential Functions
Manage the accounting close monthly including but not limited to preparing and reviewing journal entries, period end Balance Sheet and P&L analysis, HFM reports and balance sheet reconciliations- Own the month‑end and quarter‑end close processes and ensure deadlines are met without compromising quality. Manage local and all group reporting deadlines for designated legal entities
Presentation of Financials at y Board meetings for specified legal entities
Presentation of LUX GAAP Statutory Financial Statements and Project related financials to Board of Directors for Luxembourg legal entities
Provide finance support to the in-house Luxembourg based Board Director
Coordinate preparation and review of Statutory Financial Statements for other OUS legal entities including those in Ireland, Germany, Switzerland and the Netherlands
Coordinate statutory audit deliverables for designated OUS legal entities in accordance with statutory deadlines
Presentation of required financials, e.g. managements accounts to legal entity Directors for execution of critical transactions e.g. distributions, capital contributions
Coordinate with local advisers on providing solutions to complex local GAAP accounting for designated OUS legal entities
Coordinate preparation and review of Corporation tax returns for OUS legal entities including Luxembourg, Ireland, Germany, Switzerland and the Netherlands
Provide finance support to Keenova Therapeutics in-house tax team to ensure ongoing tax compliance for designated legal entities
Support Senior Director of Accounting in coordinating and delivering on ad-hoc Projects, for example changes to tax structure
Ad-hoc Group reporting as required
Support the forecast and budget process for designated OUS legal entities. Work with FP&A to deliver accurate local information
Foster an environment of continuous improvement to identify, develop, and implement process changes to increase efficiency, ensure accurate monthly reporting, and streamline accounting processes.
Evaluate current accounting processes and related systems to identify and implement improvement and automation
Responsible for leading and managing a team of Direct employee(s) and contractors (including finance manager level as required), providing guidance, support and leadershipTake a leading role in maintaining compliance and internal controls framework
Management of tax compliance and provision issues as required for designated legal entities
Manage VAT filings for designated OUS legal entities.
Manage any information requests from tax inspectors and auditors in respect of designated OUS legal entities
Manage ongoing relationships with other group functions
Manage any change that comes with an ever-changing and growing business
Act as a resource and problem solver for operational matters as needed, such as company restructuring and regulatory changes
Leadership & Team Management
Lead and develop a team of qualified accountants.
Set clear expectations and provide regular feedback.
Encourage ownership and accountability within the team.
Support continuous improvement by identifying efficiencies, simplifications, and opportunities to automate.
Create an environment where team members feel comfortable raising issues and challenging constructively.
Stakeholder Management & Communication
Manage relationships up, down, and across the organisation.
Build effective working relationships with external advisors and service providers.
Adapt communication style to the audience, from detailed finance discussions to senior non‑finance stakeholders.
Working Style
Practical and solution‑focused, clear on the end goal and works back from there.
Ability to step back and see the bigger picture when needed.
Strong analytical skills with a natural tendency to sense‑check outputs.
Comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment with competing priorities.
Calm under pressure and willing to challenge assumptions and deadlines when required.
Minimum Requirements
Education / Experience / Skills:
8+ years’ experience in a similar role
ACCA/ACA qualified
Business or Finance degree
Chartered Tax Adviser Qualification (Preferable)
Excellent communication skills
Advanced Excel skills
Ability to take initiative and independently plan, organize, coordinate, and perform work in various situations where numerous and diverse demands are involved
Ability to manage, coach and develop individuals and lead teams
Collaborative
Ability to model and create a quality culture
Self-motivated and self-managing
Able to identify, execute and prioritize work tasks/projects with an awareness of escalation responsibility as needed.
Critical problem-solving skills
Organizational and operational agility, able to operate at all levels of the organization and able to shift priorities successfully
Ability to manage projects involving multiple functional groups without direct reporting authority
Organizational Relationship/Scope
This position will interact frequently with finance teams across the organization – FP&A, AP, Tax and Accounting. This position will also interact with internal and external legal, tax and accounting consultants engaged by Keenova Therapeutics e.g. Big 4 firms
Working Conditions:
This is an office-based role with minimal travel required apart from attending Quarterly board meetings in Luxembourg.
Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.
At Keenova, we believe that no one should be alone in their pursuit of better health. This purpose drives us as we pair quality therapeutics with human support—showing up in big moments and small to help patients find comfort and confidence.
We bring deep expertise and resolve to every therapeutic area we serve, including immunology, urology, men’s health, orthopedics, critical care, and pediatric endocrinology. We work with patients, care partners, and physicians to help them navigate healthcare system complexity and access therapies that make a meaningful difference.
We are Keenova—keen to solve, keen to serve. Learn more at www.keenova.com.
