The Role
Interim Head of Finance
NORTH KILDARE - HYBRID
Duration: Approx Nine months
To start ASAP
Reporting to the acting Director of Corporate Services, this is a specified purpose contract and is based in North Kildare.
The incumbent will lead an effective and progressive finance function across the organisation. They will oversee a team of ten professionals in Ireland and will support a significant number of overseas based financial professionals including approximately fifteen Country Office based Finance & Administration Managers. The incumbent will develop strong cross-organisational relationships to ensure strategic alignment of finance across divisions and units.
Key responsibilities
- Financial Reporting & Audit
- Enhancement of Internal Controls & Accounting Systems
- Budgeting & Financial Planning
- Treasury & Cash Flow Planning
- Business Partnership
- Leadership of the Finance Function
The Person
Essential Requirements
Qualifications: Qualified Chartered or Certified accountant with at least 7 years post qualification experience (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CPA).
Experience and skills:
A minimum of three years relevant experience at management level in the non-profit sector with a demonstrable track record of achievement, including experience of SORP accounting.
Proven ability to step up and take ownership of managing and developing a diverse group of dedicated accounting professionals in a dynamic multi-currency and multi region organisation;
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to connect with people and to convert data into information, including professional presentation of information;
Understanding of key principles of sound financial management, financial control procedures and risk management;
High quality analytical, problem solving, and conceptual skills necessary for effective strategic thinking and clear decision making
The Package
Excellent package on offer - Benefits and flexibility**
