Head of Legal Entity Oversight (German/ French language) – Hybrid – Drogheda - Osborne
Job Summary
  • Louth
  • Permanent
  • 2nd April 2026
  • €75,000
  • Ref ID: #48821

Job Description

  • Location: Drogheda, Louth
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #48821
  • Salary: €75,000

Head of Legal Entity Oversight (German/ French language) – Hybrid – Drogheda

We’re partnering with a well-established multinational in Drogheda to hire a Head of Legal Entity Oversight.
This is a key role overseeing financial reporting and compliance across multiple European entities. You’ll lead on statutory and year-end reporting, act as the main contact for external auditors, and collaborate closely with Group Tax and international stakeholders.
You’ll ensure smooth financial operations, support regulatory reporting, and maintain strong internal controls.

Location: Drogheda
Hybrid: 2–3 days onsite
Salary: €75,000 – €80,000 DOE
Benefits: Pension, VHI (self & dependants)Competitive Bonus23 days AL
Job Type: Permanent
 
Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the relationship with external auditors, ensuring a smooth audit process

  • Support year-end and statutory reporting across multiple European entities

  • Partner with Group Tax and international stakeholders on corporate tax and compliance matters

  • Oversee VAT reporting and act as a key contact for related queries

  • Coordinate audit deliverables to ensure accuracy and timely completion

  • Collaborate with an outsourced finance provider to manage record-to-report and period-end close activities

  • Review balance sheet reconciliations and ensure integrity of financial reporting

  • Maintain and strengthen internal controls across all entities in scope

  • Support fixed asset processes, including CAPEX alignment and asset register oversight

  • Contribute to regulatory and sustainability reporting requirements

  • Provide financial insight and support to international stakeholders

Requirements

  • Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or nearing qualification

  • Background in Big 4 or a multinational environment, looking to move into industry

  • Experience in multi-entity or international environments

  • Strong exposure to audits and statutory reporting

  • Knowledge of corporate tax and VAT compliance

  • Advanced Excel and strong analytical capability

  • Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills

  • Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities

  • Experience with shared services or outsourced finance is an advantage

  • German or French language skills are highly desirable

For more information, please apply through the link provided for the attention of Paula Tavares or call Osborne Recruitment on 041 986 5058.
If you are interested in finding out more about the above role and would like to be considered for this or other suitable roles that we may have available for your skill set – please attach your CV via the link provided. Please submit your updated CV in Word Format.
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    Job Summary
    • Louth
    • Permanent
    • 2nd April 2026
    • €75,000
    • Ref ID: #48821