Senior Commercial Finance Analyst

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Cairn

At Cairn, we build more than homes—we build communities where people thrive.

Our vision is rooted in progress, prosperity, and purpose, when we build, it's Built for Good.

Recognized as a Great Place to Work Ireland for four consecutive years, we're committed to nurturing talent and fostering an inclusive, high-performance culture.

The Commercial Finance is the strategic engine of Cairn's decision-making.

We deliver forward-looking insights, challenge assumptions, and shape the financial narrative that drives our strategic plan.

Our team thrives on curiosity, collaboration, and commercial acumen—ensuring every decision is backed by robust data and aligned with our long-term goals.

We are seeking a commercially minded Senior Analyst to join our high-impact commercial finance team.

This role offers a unique opportunity to influence strategic decisions, partner cross-functionally, and drive performance across Cairn's development portfolio.

Key Responsibilities :

Project & Performance Analysis

Evaluate site-level performance through detailed project appraisals.

Participate in monthly Commercial Review Meetings, focusing on financial performance and variance analysis.

Strategic Planning & Forecasting

Support budgeting, forecasting, and scenario modelling in support of the FP&A manager and the Head of Commercial Finance.

Deliver insights that inform strategic decisions and risk / opportunity assessments.

Cross-Functional Business Partnering

Partner with Cost Planning, QS, Construction, Planning, and Business Development teams to align financial insights with operational decisions.

Act as a trusted advisor across the enterprise, translating financial data into actionable commercial strategies.

Develop data-driven insights using tools like Power BI and Excel.

Lead ad-hoc projects focused on process optimisation and smarter ways of working.

The Candidate :

Qualified Financial Professional (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA Ireland) aligned with an Irish Accountancy body with strong commercial finance experience.

Proven ability to distil complex data into clear, actionable insights.

Strong relationship builder with excellent communication and influencing skills.

Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Power BI.

Analytical thinker with a proactive mindset and commitment to continuous improvement.

Detail-oriented with a passion for quality and professional growth.

Why Join Us?

At Cairn, you'll be part of a purpose-driven organisation where finance plays a central role in shaping the future of housing in Ireland.

You'll work alongside experienced professionals, gain exposure to strategic decision-making, and can grow your career in a dynamic, supportive environment.

We are delighted to offer a suite of benefits when you join Cairn which include

Performance related bonus

Pension scheme with matching contributions

Full health insurance with Irish Life health

Annual salary review

Paid maternity & paternity leave

Free Cairn annual leave days

Life assurance

Income protection

Employee Assistance Programme with VHI

Tax saver - travel and bike to work

Talent Development Programmes

Approved Profit Sharing Scheme (APSS)

The Cairn purpose is to build sustainable communities where people can thrive.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

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Job function

Finance

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Construction

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