The Archdiocese invites applications for the position of Financial Project Manager.

Based at the Diocesan office of the Archbishop in Thurles, reporting to the Diocesan Secretary and the Management Team this role principally involves ensuring that the Archdiocese and Parishes of Cashel & Emly are compliant with the 2009 Charities Act. In addition to be fully responsible for the ongoing implementation of compliance issues as stipulated by the Charities Regulator.

Main Responsibilities of the Role:  

To assist with the computerisation of the Accounting Records of the Archdiocese and Parishes
The preparation and submission of reports to the Charities Regulator
The delivery of a number of financial management duties in the Archdiocese e.g. file and system maintenance; compliance with legislative obligations; regular reports for the Finance Committee
As a member of the Management Team you will be required to undertake any other duties requested by your Line Manager and the Finance Committee
Provide sound financial and commercial advice and support to the Finance Committee as required on a range of associated matters.

Education, Skills and Experience:

The successful candidate will have:

Necessary experience in Finance/Accounting – ACCA/ACA and or CIMA qualified with a minimum of 5 years post qualification experience.
Knowledge of relevant computer accounting software systems and highly technically competent in operating such systems
Excellent interpersonal, communication and leadership skills – have the ability to adapt to a varied workload and to focus and prioritise effectively in the context of multiple responsibilities.
Well-developed report writing skills.
Strong commercial acumen.
Excellent project management and problem solving capability.
It is important that applicants are capable of working on their own initiative as well as operating as part of a wider team.

A full clean driving licence and use of a car are essential as this role will involve travelling throughout the Archdiocese to the 47 parishes as a regular part of the role.

Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. This post is initially being offered on a three year fixed term contract basis.

The Archdiocese of Cashel & Emly is an Equal Opportunities Employer.  Canvassing will disqualify.

The Archdiocese of Cashel & Emly is a registered charity and regulated by the Charities Regulatory Authority.

Interested parties should submit a detailed cv and any other relevant supporting documentation to:
Siobhan Browne
Managing Director
Siobhan Browne and Associates Limited
126 Ranelagh Village
Ranelagh
Dublin 6

Or email: Siobhan.browne@sba.ie