Chief Financial Officer, Centenary Thurles Co-op
Centenary Thurles Co-Operative Society Limited is one of Ireland’s longest-established agricultural co-operatives. Based in Thurles, County Tipperary, the organisation was founded in 1898 and employs over 120 people, with an annual turnover of €150M.
THE ORGANISATION
Centenary Thurles Co-Operative Society Limited is one of Ireland’s longest-established agricultural co-operatives. Based in Thurles, County Tipperary, the organisation was founded in 1898 and employs over 120 people, with an annual turnover of €150M. The Co-Op operates across three main business areas: Dairy, Agri and Home & Garden retail stores.
Centenary Thurles has a track record of operating as a financially stable and community focused co-operative that has balanced commercial performance with farmer support and environmental stewardship. The organisation invests significantly in areas such as operations, sustainability and quality assurance; and to improve its product offerings in dairy testing, and advisory services. For Further information on Centenary Thurles, please visit: www.centenarythurles.com
THE ROLE
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) will be an integral part of the Co-op’s Management Team and will contribute strongly to the development and delivery of strategic plans. The appointed person will ensure that all elements of financial performance are optimised, enabling delivery on operational targets and on longer term strategic goals. As leader of the Finance Team, the successful candidate will work collaboratively with all stakeholders to ensure commercial success.
THE PERSON
This position requires a strategic leader of exceptional calibre who will direct the financial activities of Centenary Thurles Co-op overall, and who will work closely with the Chief Executive Officer, Management Team, and the Board of Directors to achieve results. The CFO will lead the Finance Team and will be responsible for setting the objectives of the Team to align with the Co-op’s strategic vision and goals. Candidates will possess strong financial and commercial acumen and must have a proven track record, ideally in a relevant industry. Previous experience in the Agri sector is not a requirement. The appointee will have excellent inter-personal skills and communication abilities. Membership of a recognised professional accountancy body is required, in addition to a primary level degree qualification in a relevant discipline, or equivalent experience.
To Apply:
Please email a CV and supporting letter to: luke.freeley@lansdownesearch.ie
Closing date for receipt of applications is 12:00 noon on Wednesday, August 5th 2026.
Candidates for this position will be sourced through both advertising and executive search processes.
Candidates must be eligible to work in Ireland.
In line with its approach to Diversity and Inclusion, Centenary Thurles Co-operative is seeking a balanced pool of candidates.
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