Our client is a household name third level educational body seeking an Accountant to join the Finance Team of the College Foundation
They are seeking a qualified ACA to join the Finance Team. This role offers a challenging, rewarding, and dynamic work environment within a purpose-driven organisation.
This is a part-time position (22.5 hours per week), and we are open to flexible working arrangements for the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Director of Corporate Services, the Accountant will:
• Provide financial analysis, including monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting of funds.
• Prepare financial summaries of funds to be included in stewardship reports.
• Assist the stewardship team with bespoke donor reports and presentations.
• Maintain database and internal records to track fund activities.
• Work with internal stakeholders to ensure timely and appropriate transfer of funds to relevant college cost centres.
• Serve as the point of contact for grant information queries for pre and post applications.
• Liaise with grant recipients regarding any queries, obtaining supporting documentation and ensuring approved by college authorised official.
• All other ad-hoc duties, as assigned by the Director of Corporate Services.
Person Specifications & Qualifications:
Education Standards:
• Qualified ACA / FCA - ( Ideal for an FCA member returning to work )
Requirements:
• 3+ years’ experience in an accounting role.
• Prior experience in the nonprofit or education sector (preferred but not essential).
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics Navision an advantage
• Strong IT skills, including advanced MS Excel. Experience with databases is an advantage.
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and problem-solving skills.
• A flexible and proactive approach to new tasks. Additional Skills:
• Communication and Collaboration: Confidently communicate financial information to both financial and non-financial stakeholders. Collaborate with internal teams and external auditors.
• Time Management: Ability to manage and prioritise multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
• Ethics, Integrity and Professionalism: Uphold ethical standards and confidentiality in handling financial information. Demonstrate integrity in financial reporting and decision-making.
• Professional Development: Stay informed about changes in accounting standards and regulations. - Pursue ongoing professional development opportunities. Personal characteristics/competencies:
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work within a team.
• Strong administration and organisation skills.
• Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and driven.
• Capable of working on own initiative.
• Capable of dealing with potential problems in a calm and assured manner.
Salary and Benefits:
• Attractive basic salary – (scale: €27,000 to €33,000 based on 22.5 hours per week).
• Excellent annual leave
• Pension – defined contribution – 10% employer contribution, on completion of a successful probationary period.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Hybrid Working (up to 40% of time can be worked from home following probation).
• Up to two weeks remote working per year.
• Opportunity to take unpaid leave over the summer (max two weeks).
Please contact Dave Riordan on 01 6377251 or dave.riordan@charteredaccountants.ie ACA / FCA members only please!
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