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Director, Financial Business Partnering

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Dublin, IRL
Senior level
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Dublin, IRL
Senior level
Lead finance delivery across a portfolio: partner with senior leaders on strategy, provide financial analysis, forecasting and budgeting, optimize performance, advise on business cases and investments, and develop a high-performing team to drive profitability and accountability.
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Director - Financial Business Partnering - Dublin - Hybrid

ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster.


As a values-driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients and suppliers.


As a Director, Financial Business Partnering at ICON, you will drive financial strategy and decision-making across the organization.


What You Will Do:

You will lead finance and financial management delivery across your portfolio, setting standards and developing your team.
Key responsibilities include:

  • Partnering with senior leaders to develop and execute financial strategies that align with business objectives and drive profitability.
  • Providing in-depth financial analysis and forecasting to support decision-making and resource allocation across various departments.
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize financial performance, identify cost-saving opportunities, and ensure financial accountability.
  • Leading the budgeting and forecasting process, ensuring accurate financial planning and reporting.
  • Providing financial guidance on business cases, investments, and strategic initiatives to support sustainable growth.

Your Profile:

You will bring significant finance and financial management experience, with a track record of building high-performing teams and delivering results.
Required qualifications and experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related discipline; advanced degree preferred
  • Extensive experience in financial business partnering, with a proven ability to influence business decisions and drive financial performance.
  • Strong leadership skills and proven ability to manage cross-functional teams in a matrix environment.
  • Expertise in financial analysis, forecasting, and strategic planning, with proficiency in financial software and tools (e.g., Excel, SAP).
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and drive change in a complex organization.
  • Track record of delivering financial insights that improve business outcomes and support long-term strategic goals.

Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.


Rewards & Benefits

ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.


Benefits may include:

  • Competitive base salary and performance related incentives
  • Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable
  • Retirement and pension plans
  • Life assurance and disability coverage
  • Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources
  • Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways

Benefits may vary depending on role and location.


Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.


Inclusion and Accessibility

ICON is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.


If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know or submit a request here.

Are you a current ICON Employee? Please click here to apply

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