FINANCE MANAGER
An Cos?n is Ireland?s largest and most vibrant community education
organisation, whose reach has expanded to national scale using
technology to deliver virtual access to its range of learning
programmes. Over the past year, it has earned the special status of an
essential service and received substantial core funding awards. Its
mission is to bring about social equality and end poverty by providing
transformative education for underserved communities.
We are now seeking application from those who are energetic, motivated
and innovative for the position of Finance Manager.
The Finance Manager will drive our mission by strategically managing
the organisation?s resources, developing its financial systems and
procedures, and manage day-to-day financial operations. Reporting to
the CEO, you will be responsible for leading a team of five
experienced finance professionals.
You will have excellent leadership and management skills, with a track
record of developing robust business administrations systems in a
dynamic environment.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
* Driving excellence in the delivery of all financial activity at An
Cosa?n, striking a balance between the operational and strategic
needs of the role
* Manage and lead the finance team, ensuring resources are
appropriately planned and allocated to meet business needs
* Formulate and implement the financial strategy to underpin the
mission of An Cosa?n, whilst incorporating key performance
indicators, internal controls, governance and tracking thereof
* Lead the production of Annual Financial Statements, representing a
true and fair view of financial affairs, for the approval of the Board
* Develop policies, procedures and financial management systems to
respond to and meet the changing regulatory and business requirements
* Lead and oversee all operational and cyclical financial
activities, such as budgeting processes and annual audits
* Play an active role in ensuring robust funding proposals are
prepared and ensure that the financial returns and outputs are
maximised
* Support the drive to effectively manage relationships with funders
and corporates and helping identify future potential funding streams
* Provide strategic input as an influential member of the Management
Team, utilising appropriate financial reports and performance measures
to inform strategic and operational decision-making
* Ensure compliance with all risk, tax and regulatory requirements
* Represent the organisation in all financial matters, both
internally and externally, including participation in the Finance
Working Group, a sub-committee of the Board
* Enhance the development of knowledge and understanding of
financial matters across the organisation to promote the effective use
and accountability for public funding
* Support the role of Company Secretary and ensure that An Cosa?n
is compliant with SLAs, The Companies Act, The Charities Regulatory
Authority (CRA), SORP and other relevant legal requirements
* Support the Corporate Services Manager and ensure that An Cosa?n
is compliant with GDPR requirements
* Any other duties as assigned by the CEO
ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND CORE COMPETENCIES
* Proven leadership qualities, with solid coaching and motivational
skills
* Exemplary communication skills, both written and verbal, together
with solid negotiation, relationship management and interpersonal
skills
* Self-starter with a process improvement mindset
* Skilled negotiator and relationship builder with the ability to
create strong and effective partnerships
* Accountable, can work on own initiative and with integrity
* Ability to proactively initiate and positively manage change
* Analytical, with strong attention to detail and focused on results
* Effective problem-solving skills
* Demonstrates a collaborative approach to work with good teamwork
skills
* Efficient multi-tasker with excellent time management skills
EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE
ESSENTIAL
* A minimum of 7 years? experience in a senior financial role, with
solid management accounting and financial reporting experience
* ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CPA/CIFPA qualified
* Experience in an environment with multi-funding streams
* Minimum 5 years in a senior leadership position
* Experience in process change and change management
* Excellent IT skills with MS Office, including Excel, to an
advanced level
* Proficiency in Sage **Apply on the website** Accounting and also
CRM systems
DESIRABLE
* Experience working in a not for profit organisation would be an
advantage.
* Affinity with and understanding of the importance of engaging
learners and communities in realising their potential as equal members
of a socially just society
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ABOUT THIS MEANINGFUL OPPORTUNITY, CONTACT AN
COS?N?S RETAINED CONSULTANT, NEIL POPE NOW ON **APPLY ON THE
WEBSITE** **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE** OR **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**
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Type: Permanent
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