Head of Finance & Facilities

We are working with a key Public Sector client who is seeking to hire a Head of Finance and Facilities for their organisation. This is a full-time permanent position, based in Dublin 24. You will play a vital role within the senior leadership team. If you have experience delivering complex projects and strategic financial skills, this role may be for you.

Responsibilities:

• Support and advise the Chief Executive Officer in fulfilling statutory responsibilities as Accounting Officer, including the Annual Appropriation Account and Statement of Internal Financial Controls.
• Contribute to the executive leadership of the Agency and provide strategic support and advice to the Board and its Sub-Committees.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead and oversee the Finance, Procurement and Facilities functions, ensuring delivery of strategic priorities and workplans in line with the Corporate Strategy.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, innovation and organisational development to ensure services are efficient, high-quality and customer-focused.
• Develop and monitor Key Performance Indicators, ensuring delivery within agreed budgets and timescales.
• Provide strong financial governance, including effective risk management, management information, internal audit engagement and financial controls.
• Oversee the preparation of Annual Accounts, annual budgets and financial reports for the Board and relevant committees.
• Oversee the acquisition, disposal and management of properties and assets in accordance with relevant legislation, codes and guidelines.
• Ensure financial procedures and accounting policies remain robust, current and aligned with legislation, circulars and best practice.
• Oversee the implementation and enhancement of financial, property, payroll, pensions and asset management systems and processes.
• Provide executive oversight of procurement strategy and governance.
• Provide expert advice and direction to staff on procurement matters and ensure effective management of the Contracts Register.
• Undertake additional duties and responsibilities as required to meet the evolving needs of the organisation.

Key Requirements:

• Level 8 NFQ qualification, or higher, in Finance, Business, Management or a related discipline.
• Professional accounting qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CPA, CIMA or international equivalent) with current membership of an IAASA-supervised professional accountancy body.
• At least 5 years’ senior leadership experience in finance, business support or related functions within a complex organisation.
• Full, clean Category B driving licence valid in Ireland.
• Strong strategic and financial planning skills, with the ability to shape long-term organisational direction.
• Proven ability to lead and deliver complex projects, effectively managing resources to achieve agreed outcomes.
• Experience in analysing, monitoring and reporting on organisational performance.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach and develop high-performing teams and deliver against challenging objectives.
• Experience using financial accounting and digital financial management systems.
• Experience in public procurement and/or property management.
• Senior-level experience working within, or closely with, the Public Sector, including Government Departments and State Agencies.
• Proven experience working with Boards and Committees, particularly Audit and Risk Committees.

For more information, please apply through the link provided for the attention of Nikki Moloney or call Osborne Recruitment on 01 525 2457.
If you are interested in finding out more about the above role and would like to be considered for this or other suitable roles that we may have available for your skill set – please attach your CV via the link provided. Please submit your updated CV in Word Format.
If you are living in Ireland and hold a VALID WORK PERMIT, we would love to hear from you, if however, you do not hold a valid work permit unfortunately we will not be in a position to assist you with your job search. 
Osborne are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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