FINANCIAL CONTROLLER WITH
SOUTHSIDE PARTNERSHIP DLR
(FULL TIME PERMANENT CONTRACT)
_OUR MISSION
Working in partnership to improve social and economic inclusion and
build vibrant communities in D?n Laogharie Rathdown._
_OUR VISION
To see an inclusive and just society, without discrimination, where
people are encouraged and enabled to reach their full potential within
strong vibrant communities._
REPORTING TO: CEO
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: Financial management including reporting
to funders and ensuring full compliance with regulatory requirements
and accountability for funding received, as well as providing
strategic input into the organisations sustainable development
SALARY : ? **Apply on the website**,**Apply on the website**.
Flexibility of working hours outside office hours will be considered,
as will a 4 day week.
INITIAL FIXED TERM CONTRACT: Permanent contract, subject to successful
completion of a probation period.
DUTY STATION : Blackrock office with remote working
SOUTHSIDE PARTNERSHIP DUN LAOGHAIRE RATHDOWN
Southside Partnership DLR CLG is a local development company working
towards an inclusive and just society, where each person is encouraged
and enabled to reach their full potential and live with dignity in
active, healthy and safe communities. We provide a comprehensive range
of supports and services to people and communities throughout Dun
Laoghaire Rathdown (DLR).
The Partnership also runs a Community Employment Scheme and a number
of T?s schemes supported by the Department of Social Protection and
is involved in a number of projects financed through European funds.
It hosts HSE funded initiatives such Healthy Food Made Easy and Living
Well with Dementia, as well as a project called Southside Addressing
Violence Effectively (SAVE) funded by TUSLA and the Healthy D?n
Laoghaire Rathdown programme.
THE ROLE OF FINANCIAL CONTROLLER
Reporting to the Southside Partnership DLR?s CEO, the Financial
Controller will ensure that the company?s internal controls,
financial policies and processes, financial management and statutory
reports are in compliance with Pobal?s and other funders?
guidelines, best practices and statutory and regulatory guidelines.
The Financial Controller will also support the efficient day-to-day
running of the main office.
The Financial Controller will join our finance team with 2 support
staff with strong institutional memory. With a grant portfolio from
**Apply on the website** funders representing an annual budget of
?2.7 million, the office handles less than **Apply on the website**
transactions monthly. We are in the process of moving to Xero and
training for the team has taken place.
This is a full-time fixed term position, based in our Blackrock office
with remote working. There is an option to complete the role in 4
days. The salary is ? **Apply on the website**,**Apply on the
website** annually. A probationary period of 6 months is required.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
* Accountability for preparation of financial statements that adhere
to generally accepted accounting principles and statutory requirements
for audit;
* Management of organisational bank accounts including opening and
closing of accounts, updating signatories, processing credit card
applications, banking on line, as well as general administrative
tasks;
* Completion of financial accounts and reports to meet the
requirements of the company?s funders, its CEO and Board of
Directors;
* Manage?adherence to generally accepted accounting standards;
* Management of project funding with government and other funding
organisations;
* Ensures full oversight of regular book-keeping tasks including;
payroll preparation; banking requirements; revenue requirements; and
ad-hoc problem solving;
* Management of the organisation?s cash flow;
* Liaise with external Auditors and ensure yearly audit is
completed.
_Key role on Senior Management Team_
* Participate as an active member of the SSP management team;
* Meet with individual managers and/or staff to discuss management
of budgets and departmentalised financial information when required;
* Analysis of financial information to assist in the identification
of options for decision making in relation to managing scarce
resources;
* Preparation and presentation of financial information to the CEO,
Management Team and Board of Director?s on a quarterly basis or as
required;
* Participate in strategic planning with the Management team as
appropriate;
* Support Managers to manage costs within budget, and compliance
with company procurement and purchasing polices, so as to achieve and
demonstrate value for money;
_Funder management and compliance_
* Reporting to Funders through preparation of financial returns and
adhoc financial reports as required; preparation of funding proposals
and submissions; liaising with Funders and preparing information as
required;
* Prepare, update and monitor compliance of internal financial
procedures, in line with funder requirements, auditor recommendations
and best practice for charities;
* Support team with developing cost proposals and funding
applications;
_Strengthen controls_
* Embed Xero system into the finance office;
* Refine, roll out and monitor internal controls, operating
procedures and financial policies;
* Ensure monitoring and reconciliation of use of the company Credit
card in line with financial procedures;
_Line management_
* Line manage the Partnership?s finance and administrative support
personnel (two staff) at head office;
_Compliance_
* Keep up to date and understand relevant laws and regulations in
relation to the charity sector accounting and governance practices;
* Update the Charities Regulator with the required documentation to
ensure full compliance.
QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE
* Accounting qualification with 5 years experience including
budgeting, management accounts, departmentalised management accounts,
budget versus actual accounting information, payroll.
* Knowledge and experience of computerised accounting packages is
essential.
SKILLS & COMPETENCIES
_Knowledge & skills_
* Preparation of annual accounts using SORP accounting for charities
* IT Skills including accounting packages SAGE and Xero
* Plan and work efficiently to establish priorities and allocates
time and effort accordingly, identifying possible obstacles to planned
achievement
_Decision making_
* Makes decisions on own initiative regarding reasonably complex
financial issues under general policy guidelines
* Makes decisions for the organisation on accounting methods and
procedures
* Contributes to major decisions at management level
* Solves any problems arising on day to day basis
_Communications_
* Communicates at all levels of organisation - Board; Director;
Middle Management; and Departments
APPLICATION PROCESS
To apply, please send a letter of application, outlining why you
believe you are suitable for this role, together with your Curriculum
Vitae. Please note that referees will not be contacted without your
prior permission. Queries on the role can be emailed to **Apply on the
website**
Applications should be marked ?Financial Controller? should be
sent, quoting the reference SSP**Apply on the website** to **Apply on
the website** by COB JUNE **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**TH. It is proposed
to hold online interviews for this position the week of June **Apply
on the website**th. The second interview will take place the week of
June **Apply on the website**th.
_Please note that:_
* Southside Partnership DLR is an Equal Opportunities Employer
* No late applications will be accepted and canvassing will lead to
disqualification
* Any offer will be subject to satisfactory references and Garda
vetting as appropriate
* it is preferable that applicants have their own transport but not
essential
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Others
