ROLE: FINANCE OFFICER
REPORTING TO: The Head of Finance & Operations
BACKGROUND AND CONTEXT
The Mater Foundation (MF) is focused on raising funds to fulfil our
mission to harness our supporters? kindness and generosity and work
together with our partners to continuously transform and improve
patient care at The Mater Mater Misericordiae University Hospital. We
will ensure that the Mater Hospital is at the forefront of research
and innovation and is a leader in healthcare in Ireland.
This is an exciting time to join the Mater Foundation having just
completed a comprehensive strategic review. The organisation now has a
5 year roadmap to harness our success and implement this ambitious
strategy for greater impact to support the hospital in the best
possible way, whether that?s through patient support, vital
research, medical equipment or redevelopment. And being embedded in
the hospital highlights our cause, and we see first-hand the impact
our work has.
ROLE PURPOSE/ SUMMARY
The Finance officer will assist the Head of Finance & Operations in
the execution of key finance duties and develop effective working
relationships with the team and key stakeholders.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Manage and post all creditors? invoices and process payments on a
weekly basis.
* Ensure all grant payments in respect of our charitable activities
are recorded and expended in a timely manner.
* Post all monthly journals in an accurate and timely manner.
* Maintaining accurate accounting records in respect of all income
received by the Foundation.
* Maintain petty cash system.
* Reconcile all company bank accounts on a monthly basis.
* Prepare monthly Management accounts for review.
* Management of the Exchequer accounting system and reporting tool.
* Maintain and update the Fixed Asset Register.
* Manage the income and expenditure on the restricted funds and
produce quarterly statements.
* Prepare monthly Payroll for approval and submit all associated
returns.
* Management of the Brightpay payroll system.
* Perform Internet banking administrator duties.
* Assist with the completion of the annual Budget and forecasts.
* Assist with preparation of the annual Financial Statements (SORP).
* Assist with the preparation of ad hoc reports
* Liaise with Auditors (statutory) as required
* Support other departments in financial matters and project
specific tasks
* Ensure follow up actions and recommendations are implemented in a
timely manner.
* Regularly review and improve internal controls, policies and
procedures with the HoF&O
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
* A recognised professional qualification (IATA, ACCA, CIMA or
equivalent) with a minimum of one year post qualification experience.
* Excellent knowledge of MS Office, in particular Excel
(Intermediate to Advanced).
* Proficiency in Exchequer and Brightpay packages desirable, but not
essential.
DESIRABLE
* Experience in using Raisers Edge CRM or similar.
* Good understanding of the charity sector and the codes of best
practice in fundraising and governance.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
* A confident personality, with a can-do attitude.
* Self-motivated, flexible, innovative, and enthusiastic.
* Personable, approachable with a flexible attitude.
* Strong relationship management and interpersonal skills and the
ability to work well within a team.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Excellent organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines
and work on own initiative.
* Ability to prioritise and manage tasks whilst maintaining accuracy
and attention to detail.
* A commitment to continuous improvement
* Proven ability to demonstrate initiative and creativity to achieve
desired outcomes
* High degree of numeracy, analytical, conceptual and problem
solving skills.
* Commitment to maintaining confidentiality in relation to key
financial records.
TERMS PERMANENT CONTRACT
6 months probationary period.
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Pension entitlement after probationary period
TO APPLY
Please send a cover letter (maximum one page) outlining how your
motivation, experience and skills fit the role and an up to date CV to
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line.
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We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
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Category: Health
