ACTIVE RETIREMENT IRELAND WISHES TO RECRUIT A
FINANCE MANAGER (MATERNITY COVER)
PART TIME – **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE** HOURS PER WEEK
Active Retirement Ireland is a national network of over **Apply on the
website** local Active Retirement Associations and **Apply on the
website**, * members. ARI believes that older
people have the right to be full and participative members of our
society.
OVERALL PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
The Finance Manager will work with the CEO to ensure that the
organisation has the proper financial controls, administrative and
reporting procedures, to ensure financial strength, transparency and
efficiency.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting to the CEO, the Finance Manager will be responsible for
maintaining all financial records. Task will include, but not be
limited to:
* Accounts Payable: reviewing all invoices, ensuring that they are
prepared for payment, approved, paid and recorded accurately
* Accounts Receivable: insuring all income is recorded, receipted
and processed accurately
* Payroll: processing payroll, administering PRSA schemes and
maintaining accurate records with Revenue
* Bank Accounts: administration of the organisation’s bank
accounts, continuously reviewing direct debits / standing orders and
liaising with the bank as required
* Petty Cash: keeping clear and accurate records of petty cash
transactions and ensuring the cash amount in the office remains within
the approved limits
* Regional Treasurers: providing oversight and support to the
voluntary regional treasurers
* Preparing monthly management reports for the board, comparing
income and expenditure with budgets, monitoring variances and
explanations using Surf Accounts (now Bright Books)
* Preparing financial reports for funders
* Developing, managing and monitoring the annual budget in line with
agreed targets and ensuring an effective system of controls is in
place
* Managing the external audit process in conjunction with the CEO
and external auditors
* Working closely with the CEO and finance committee to ensure
financial reporting is up to date and effective
* Ensuring Active Retirement Ireland fulfils its legal and statutory
obligations
* Reviewing short and long-term financial and managerial data to
identify trends, variances and take corrective action where
appropriate
* Contributing to the development of funding applications
* Participating in Staff Team meetings
* Ensure fair and consistent application of policies and procedures
in conjunction with the CEO
* Enhance the delivery of the strategic objectives of ARNI
constantly focusing on training, up skilling and risk management
REQUIREMENTS
* A strong commitment to supporting older individuals and
communities
* A relevant third level qualification and/or professional
qualification in accountancy or a proven track record in financial
management and good knowledge of financial principles, budgeting and
financial analysis
* Experience of working with multiple funding streams, including
government, corporate, grants, trusts and foundations, individual
giving and community
* The ability to monitor the financial performance of individual
projects and departments
* Competency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams and
SharePoint) and CRM Systems
* Experience in processing payroll
* Proficiency in using accounting software and financial management
tools
* Experience in implementing financial policies, procedures and
systems to ensure compliance and best practices
* Highly organised and ability to meet reporting deadlines
* Fluency in English (oral and written)
* Ability to work on your own initiative and as part of a team
* Excellent communication and motivation skills
DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS
* Experience of working for a not-for-profit organisation
* Experience in managing volunteers
* Experience of working with Surf Accounts (now Bright Books)
* Experience of working with Salesforce
* Experience of financial reporting for EU and government grants,
and private trusts and foundations
* Experience of working with a Board Finance and Audit committee
SALARY AND CONTRACT DETAILS
* The salary for this position is €**Apply on the
website**, * - €**Apply on the
website**, *, pro rata, depending on experience
* The role is part time, * hours per week
* The role will be for 6 months, with the potential for extension
* Annual Leave is * days (pro rata) per
calendar year
* This post may involve some travel from time to time, with time off
in lieu for working at evenings or weekends
APPLICATION
Please send your CV and a cover letter to **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE** BY
5PM ON **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**TH SEPTEMBER **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**.
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Health
