Financial Controller, Charity, Dublin City Centre

Accountancy & Business Personnel Ltd.; Dublin; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A charity in Dublin City Centre is seeking a Financial Controller for a pivotal senior leadership position. This role involves overseeing financial operations, reporting to the Board, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will have a recognised accounting qualification and significant experience in finance, particularly within the not-for-profit sector.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a senior finance role, preferably in charity sector.
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and leadership skills.
• Excellent communication skills, report writing and presenting to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Deliver monthly management accounts and financial reports to senior leadership.
• Lead the annual budgeting process and coordinate the annual statutory audit.
• Manage compliance with legal and regulatory financial standards.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership skills

Decision-making

Communication skills

Education

Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CPA, CIMA)

Tools

Accounting and payroll software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Financial Controller, Charity, Dublin City Centre

• Dublin City Centre
• Permanent
• Reference: 24497-AQ

Our client is a small charity seeking to appoint a Financial Controller to a senior leadership position reporting directly to the CEO and Director of Operations. This pivotal role will contribute significantly to the organisation’s financial health, governance, and accountability, with responsibilities spanning both strategic direction and the effective management of day-to-day financial operations.

Role Responsibilities

Deliver monthly management accounts and financial reports to the CEO, Director of Operations, and Board of Directors.

Lead the annual budgeting process in collaboration with the Director of Operations.

Ensure all financial practices and reports align with regulatory standards and best practices.

Administer monthly payroll, ensuring full compliance with legal requirements.

Accurately prepare and submit PAYE and other relevant employer returns to Revenue on time.

Coordinate the annual statutory audit and act as the primary contact for external auditors.

Maintain the organisation’s risk register and present risk updates to the Board.

Manage filings with the Companies Registration Office (CRO), Charity Regulatory Authority (CRA), and Register of Beneficial Ownership (RBO).

Promote high governance standards through timely and transparent financial reporting.

Develop, implement, and regularly review internal financial and governance policies.

Work with external advisors to ensure policies remain current and effective.

Oversee annual insurance renewals and manage ongoing coverage needs.

Oversee financial aspects of grant applications and reporting, ensuring compliance with funder terms.

Support project leads in monitoring and managing grant-related spending.

Participate in Board meetings, Finance & Audit Committee sessions, and strategic planning activities.

Contribute to the broader organisational growth and strategic initiatives.

Candidate Requirements:

Recognised professional accounting qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CPA, CIMA) required.

Minimum 3 years’ experience in a senior finance role; experience in the not-for-profit or charity sector is essential.

Strong analytical skills with proven strategic thinking and sound decision-making ability.

Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

Proficient in accounting and payroll software, with advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including experience in report writing and presenting to senior stakeholders.

Interested in this opportunity?

Send an updated CV to Anne Quinn, Manager [e-mail]

To apply, please email your CV to Anne Quinn , our consultant managing this assignment via the email link below or contact
01-6797990

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