Finance Manager - Public Sector

Reporting to the Head of Finance  the successful candidate will work collaboratively within the  Finance Team.
Candidates should be experienced, and effective professional delivering results focused accurate analysis, interpretation and reporting of financial and management accounts in both the public and private sector.
Familiar with Financial Reporting Standards (FRS 102), the Companies Acts and Governance Codes such as the Code of Practice for the Governance of State Bodies.

Management Accounting & Budgeting

• Lead the production, analysis and interpretation of management accounts and budgets.
• Develop and enhance the annual budgeting framework and capital expenditure monitoring systems.
• Provide insightful financial analysis to support strategic decision-making.

Financial Reporting & Communication

• Coordinate and deliver monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to key stakeholders 
• Prepare responses to financial queries from government and regulatory bodies.

Statutory Accounting & Audit

• Manage the production of annual financial statements and statutory accounts in accordance with recognised accounting standards and the Code of Practice for the Governance of State Bodies.
• Plan and oversee the annual external audit process, ensuring timely and accurate delivery.
• Draft reports and decision papers for the  Board and Audit Committees.

Strategic Planning

•     Produce and analyse financial data to support the development of the 5-Year Corporate Plan and other strategic initiatives

Team Leadership & Development

• Support the development and performance management of the  Finance Team.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.

Compliance & Governance

• Monitor adherence to all relevant legal, regulatory, and governance requirements.
• Liaise with internal auditors on audits and related documentation.

Systems & Process Improvement

• Lead financial system implementation, upgrades, and enhancements, including the migration to Microsoft Business Central and Power BI.
• Review and maintain robust financial processes and internal controls.

Treasury & Payments Oversight

• Approve Loans and Treasury Confirmations within  systems and provide support to the Treasury Team.
• Authorise payments via the  system and oversee payroll and administration payments.
• Manage the Exchequer and ROS systems for financial administration.

Customer Billing & Reconciliation

•     Conduct half-yearly reconciliation and accounting of customer billing, including interest and repayments.
 
Please note that the above is not an exhaustive list of duties, and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your changing role within the organisation and the overall business objectives of the group.        

Essential Qualification & Experience:

• Be a professionally qualified accountant with a minimum of 5 years’ post qualification experience, 
• Demonstrate exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Have at least 5 years’ experience working within a financial services environment.
• Strong Microsoft office skills, including Advanced spreadsheet skills.

Please note for this and all roles i have you must hold a valid visa to work in Ireland

Send an updated cv to Laura in Sgmar Accountancy - loconnor@sigmar.ie, 0860121211