Our client is a long standing highly reputable charity and household name seeking a :
HEAD OF FINANCE – PERM – 90k / 95k + 4% pension
SW Dublin
Build a team
Work Closely with CEO
Charity / SORP / Reg / NFP experience is a plus. Eg Credit Union.
Multi Branch network accross Ireland.
Strategic role on SLT
The Position:
Full-time, Head of Finance, to play a vital strategic role with overall responsibility for Finance controls, Financial Operations and Compliance, three critical functions for the successful operation of the organisation. The successful candidate will have responsibility to provide strategic financial guidance and leadership to the Board, CEO, and Senior Leadership Team, on all aspects of business planning, while upholding the highest standards of financial and non-financial reporting in the organisation. The role reports to the CEO and is a member of the Senior Leadership Team, where their financial expertise, business acumen and experience will ensure that decisions are made on a well-informed and balanced basis. Strong financial control and oversight, excellent operational performance and systems, and a culture where compliance and strong governance are in place and highly valued, are prerequisites to the org reputation both as a registered charity and as a member focussed organisation. The Head of Finance role is increasingly important as the org grows, expands its operations, and decides on its future strategic direction. This is a full-time role.
The Candidate:
The ideal candidate will be an FCA, and the role is best suited to someone highly motivated, energetic, and keen to make a difference. They will be a natural and focused leader, with strong interpersonal skills and a passion for excellence, possessing expertise and insight into governance within a not-for-profit environment. The candidate will have some experience in managing teams and motivating people so that objectives are met, and timelines are adhered to. Experience at influencing volunteers in financial compliance would be an advantage. Experience in formal reporting to an Audit and Risk Committee and a Board is also desirable.
The person will enjoy working in a positive, action oriented, collaborative environment in a role which oversees strategic planning, financial forecasting, financial operations, risk management, financial compliance, and governance. The role is well positioned to allow the holder to support and develop the strategic ambition of the org through offering practical advice, and innovative solutions through a lens of continuous improvement. Experience of SORP and charity regulation reporting is an advantage.
Responsibilities:
The Head of Finance will be responsible for:
• Oversight of financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting, including oversight for preparing and presenting periodic financial and management accounts to all relevant stakeholders.
• Oversight of the financial operations of the Org to include managing the accounting, legal, tax, and cash flow within the organisation.
• Ensuring that the organisation is compliant with all relevant legal, fiscal, procurement and regulatory requirements. Responsible for all financial compliance matters of the organisation and its subsidiaries, collaborating closely with the Board Audit and Risk Committee to ensure delivery of all requirements under our charity regulation to a consistently high standard.
• Work in partnership with volunteer branch committees and treasurers to ensure compliance with org processes and regulations and create an environment of collaboration and support.
• Work in collaboration with the Head of Governance and Compliance, CEO and Audit & Risk Committee of the board of the org to identify, manage and mitigate financial and regulatory risks
• Promoting a culture of risk awareness throughout the organisation through a quality, risk management framework and ensuring that it is current and appropriate.
• Oversight for the org internal and external audits.
• Oversight of all outsourced services relating to the Finance function.
• Contributing to broader transformation initiatives in a leadership capacity.
• Working with all stakeholders, particularly the fundraising department and local branches, to identify and execute suitable opportunities to grow the organisation and increase its income streams in line with the agreed strategy.
• In partnership with the SLT, develop propose and manage a long term reserves and capital planning strategy
• Support other functions of the org as required through the provision of relevant, accurate and timely information and contributing appropriately as decisions are made for the organisation. Oversight of grant application and reporting support is a key element of internal stakeholder support.
• Oversight of the IT and operations function including IT supplier, operating system, and data strategy.
• Work with the CEO to develop and lead a culture of continuous improvement across the organisation with the ambition of delivering a best-in-class service to all stakeholders.
• Challenging assumptions and decision making as appropriate and providing financial/commercial analysis and guidance on all activities, plans, targets, and business drivers.
• Critically and constantly reviewing processes and procedures to ensure that systems and resources remain fit for purpose as the needs of the organisation develop and change over time.
• Team management – Finance team
• Any other ad hoc duties as requested by the CEO.
What We're Looking For:
• FCA with experience of managing finance teams and operating in a leadership role.
• Someone who places a high value on compliance, risk management and governance and can oversee the efficient delivery of analysis and reporting while retaining focus on the strategic objectives of the role.
• A person with good business acumen and commercial awareness to enable the org to deliver it’s objectives in an affordable and cost effective manner.
• Knowledge and experience of SORP accounting and the Irish Charities Governance Code an advantage, but not a specific requirement.
• A clear and agile thinker with a demonstrable ability to make decisions.
• Good project management and organisation skills and ability to deliver to agreed timelines.
• Excellent communication skills as the role involves ongoing interactions with and presentations to internal and external audiences. Excellent interpersonal skills are needed so that good, strong and respectful relationships can be established with all stakeholders
• Ability to always motivate and manage staff with respect and empathy.
• Maintains the highest ethical and professional standards of probity and integrity.
• An interest in being part of our mission to enhance the lives of people with the org and their families.
Work Location:
SW Dublin – Ind est
Key Benefits of The Role:
• Opportunity to take up a senior leadership role in a purpose-led organisation
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Generous time off (Annual Leave and company days).
• Pension Employer Contribution.
• TaxSaver and Bike to Work Scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Regular team-based activities and social activities.
• Networking opportunities with key stakeholders.
• Strong promoter of personal and continuous professional development.
Contact Dave Riordan immediately today on 0879674285 and cv and key strengths list/summary to dave.riordan@charteredaccountants.ie
Dave Riordan FCA | Chartered Accountants House | 47 Pearse St, Dublin 2, Ireland
Please contact Dave Riordan on 01 6377251 or dave.riordan@charteredaccountants.ie
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