FINANCIAL CONTROLLER – PART TIME
THE ORGANISATION:
AsIAm is Ireland’s National Autism Charity based in Blackrock,
Co.Dublin. AsIAm is a fast paced, growing organisation with a vision
to create a society where every autistic person is accepted “as they
are” – equal, valued, and respected. The organisation’s purpose
is to advocate for an inclusive society for autistic people that is
accessible, accepted and affirming. AsIAm works to support the
Autistic community and our families to fully engage in Irish life and
build the capacity of society to facilitate true inclusion.
THE ROLE:
AsIAm is seeking a Financial The Financial Controller, who will report
to the Head of Governance and Compliance and will be responsible for
AsIAm’s budgeting, payroll, taxation, preparation of accounts and
financial reporting processes. The Financial Controller will also
produce thorough financial-status reports for the senior management
team, Board, and various sub-committees as well as helping to improve
our operational efficiency and assist in our continued safe growth.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Achieve budgeting goals with proper scheduling, analysis, and
corrective actions.
* Maximise payroll efficiency through innovative process
development.
* Help develop and support short- and long-term operational
strategies.
* Ensure ongoing compliance with all legal and regulatory
requirements in line with best practice, e.g., Charities Regulatory
Authority.
* Bank account reconciliation to required standards and frequency.
* Conduct compliance checks and audits as required.
* Prepare annual accounts for external auditors.
* Completion of regular funding documentation returns in line with
agreed commitments.
* Maintain internal safeguards for revenue receipts, costs, and team
and organisational budgets and actual expenditures.
* Implement consistent accounting policies, practices, and
procedures across all programmes.
* Develop and enforce internal controls to maximise protection of
company assets.
* The role holder will be required to provide ad hoc finance support
to the CEO and senior management team members in the development,
implementation and review of various projects and initiatives.
* While the role is part-time, a degree of flexibility may be
required regarding working days/hours, particularly when significant
funding and budgeting initiatives may arise.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
* An appropriate accounting qualification.
* 5+ years post-qualification experience in a financial/accounting
environment.
* Experience of monthly and annual accounts preparation.
* Experience of, and strong commitment to, governance and controls.
* Strong proficiency in MS Office, to include advanced Excel skills.
* Hands-on monthly payroll and taxation experience.
* Experience using SAGE Accounts or similar accounting software.
* In-depth knowledge of Charity SORP (FRS *).
* Excellent analytical and presentation skills.
* Risk management skills.
CONTRACT DURATION:
This is an initial 1-year contract with the potential to extend.
SALARY AND BENEFITS:
AsIAm will offer a salary and benefits commensurate with the AsIAm pay
scale and experience.
In addition to annual leave, the company traditionally offers
additional paid time off (company days) including a Christmas office
closure period. This is sanctioned annually at the discretion of
management.
WORKING HOURS:
THE ROLE IS **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE** HOURS PER WEEK.
The role holder is required to have a degree of flexibility regarding
working hours with the expectation of some evening and weekend work.
LOCATION:
The role is based in AsIAm HQ in Blackrock, Co. Dublin. Remote working
agreements can be requested and are at the discretion of the line
manager.
YOUR NEXT STEP…
Interested applicants should submit a CV and cover letter to Lisa
Aspeling, Executive Assistant to the CEO, at *.
The closing date for receipt of applications is **Apply on the
website**th of March *.
Note: All candidates must be willing to undergo Garda Vetting should
they be successful.
_AsIAm actively support inclusion in the workplace and will endeavour
to provide reasonable accommodations as requested by candidates
throughout the interview process for this position._
_AsIAm is an equal opportunities employer who reserves the right to
practice positive discrimination as set out by the Employment Equity
Act, *._
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Health
