<img class="decoded" src="https://rmkcdn.successfactors.com/c53088e5/2b7a0e54-4d2d-4ff0-b700-b.jpg"> Country: Ireland Req ID: 524997 Job Type: Full Time Workplace Type: Hybrid Seniority Level: Mid-Senior Level About CRH We are CRH, and we are committed to contributing to a more resilient and sustainable built environment. We understand the wider impact our businesses can make in supporting human activity. We continue to do this through the delivery of unique, superior building materials and products for use in road and critical utility infrastructure, commercial building projects and outdoor living solutions. CRH (NYSE: CRH, LSE: CRH) is the leading provider of building materials solutions that build, connect and improve our world. Employing c.78,500 people at c.3,390 operating locations in 28 countries, CRH has market leadership positions in both North America and Europe. As the essential partner for transportation and critical utility infrastructure projects, complex non-residential construction and outdoor living solutions, CRH’s unique offering of materials, products and value-added services helps to deliver a more resilient and sustainable built environment. The company is ranked among sector leaders by Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) rating agencies. A Fortune 500 company, CRH’s shares are listed on the NYSE and LSE. Without you noticing our products, we are everywhere you live, work, and relax. Our project portfolio includes some of the most sustainable and cutting-edge building projects around the world. Think of the asphalt on the Silverstone Grand Prix Circuit, the Paris Metro Rail project, but also the Louis Vuitton Museum in Paris, parts of the Burj Khalifa, and the Kennedy Space Centre. Learn more about us through the following <a href="https://www.crh.com/about-crh/at-a-glance" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Link</a>. <h3>Position Overview</h3> Lead financial planning and analysis (FP&A) for CRH's Technology function, partnering with technology leaders to drive financial performance, cost optimisation, and value realisation. Manage the financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting cycles for technology investments, ensuring robust financial controls and insightful analysis that enables informed decision-making. Drive continuous process improvement and embed commercial thinking across technology operations. Provide coaching and mentorship to finance colleagues whilst operating effectively in a complex, matrixed organisational environment. Key Tasks and Responsibilities Financial Planning & Analysis: <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Lead the annual budgeting and monthly forecasting processes for the Technology function, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with corporate objectives</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Review and challenge business cases for technology investments, evaluating ROI and supporting strategic decision-making</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Provide insightful variance analysis and performance reporting, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities across the technology portfolio</li> </ul> Financial Control & Governance: <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Ensure robust financial controls, compliance with internal policies, and adherence to IFRS and US GAAP standards</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Maintain high-quality financial records and support audit requirements</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Support financial governance of strategic technology programmes, ensuring cost tracking and budget adherence</li> </ul> Technology Business Partnering: <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Act as a trusted finance partner to Technology leadership and cost centre owners, providing commercial insights and financial guidance</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Build strong relationships across the matrixed organisation, influencing stakeholders at multiple levels to drive financial discipline and value-focused outcomes</li> </ul> Process Improvement & Cost Optimisation: <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Identify and implement process improvements in financial planning, reporting, and control mechanisms to drive efficiency and accuracy</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Lead initiatives to optimise technology costs, including vendor management, licence optimisation, and resource allocation</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Develop and enhance financial reporting tools and dashboards, leveraging automation and data analytics</li> </ul> Coaching & Leadership: <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Provide coaching, mentoring, and technical guidance to finance colleagues, supporting their professional development</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Foster a culture of continuous improvement, commercial awareness, and analytical excellence</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Lead by example, demonstrating strong technical expertise, business acumen, and collaborative leadership</li> </ul> Key Characteristics <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Commercially focused with strong business acumen</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Strategic thinker with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Effective communicator and influencer across all organisational levels</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Collaborative and able to build trusted partnerships in a matrixed environment</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Process-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Strong financial control mindset with attention to detail</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Proactive, self-motivated, and results-driven</li> </ul> Experience / Education Essential: <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent)</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">5-7 years post-qualification experience in finance roles</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Proven FP&A experience, preferably within a technology or corporate function</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Demonstrated technology partnering or IT finance experience</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Strong track record of process improvement and driving efficiency</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Experience operating effectively in a matrixed organisational structure</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Commercial outlook with ability to influence business decisions</li> </ul> Desirable: <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Experience in a global, multi-site organisation</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Knowledge of technology cost drivers (cloud, infrastructure, software licensing, ERP systems)</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Exposure to large-scale technology programmes or transformation initiatives</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Experience with financial systems and reporting tools (e.g., SAP, Power BI, advanced Excel)</li> </ul> What CRH Offers You • A culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion • Highly competitive salary package • Comprehensive secondary benefits • Significant contribution to your pension plan • Health and wellness programs, including an on-site gym and fitness classes • Excellent opportunities to develop and progress with a global organization Connect your future to CRH We are curious to learn more about you. At CRH, we believe our mutual differences contribute to the healthy, productive, and enjoyable workspace we create. Please introduce yourself and send us your application. Is this role not for you, but do you know someone who would love to join the team? Please let us know! CRH finds it important that vacancies are shared to individuals that may find them interesting and/or could be suitable for the role Please contact our recruitment team at [email protected]. CRH is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community. Benefits/perks listed above may vary depending on the nature of the employment with CRH and the country where you work. Please note that we cannot accept any applications submitted through email for GDPR purposes. Candidates must apply through our job portal. We do not accept candidate introductions for this position from recruitment agencies, unless you have been instructed to do so by our recruitment team.

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