Our client seeks a Financial Analyst to join its team and will hold a competition for the appointment of a person to this position. They were established in February 2021 to oversee the effective governance, financial management and performance of all voluntary and co-operative housing bodies, in accordance with the legal framework set out in the Housing (Regulation of Approved Housing Bodies) Act 2019 (the Act).
Reporting to a Regulatory Manager, as Financial Analyst, you will be able to contribute to a wide range of work with AHBs including assessing financial statements and forecasts, financial viability, financial risks, obtaining assurance in the areas of financial management, financial reporting, financial risk, debt and treasury. You will work with a Regulatory Team to deliver on the assessment programme with particular focus on financial compliance for a range of AHBs.
This role provides an opportunity for significant growth for individuals wishing to
expand their knowledge, skills and expertise.
KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The duties and responsibilities of the successful candidate will include:
• Analysis, assessment, reporting and presentation on key financial, performance, data and information.
• Performance of regulatory assessments, including financial analysis and evaluation of evidence submitted, and reporting of findings and recommendations.
• Evaluation and analysis of AHBs financial viability, forecasting and alignment to strategy, business plans, financial risk and stress testing, as appropriate.
• Management and delivery of financial reviews, consolidation and trend analysis, including financial risks, treasury and debt management.
• Reporting, analysis and consolidation of key financial data on the AHB Sector.
• Performance of quality assurance reviews regarding assessments and compliance programmes.
• Development of reports and presentations including quarterly reports, as appropriate.
• Management of stakeholder relationships, including participation in meetings with AHBs.
• Development of supporting guidance and advice for AHBs, as appropriate.
• Delivery of information and learnings to the AHB sector
• Development and implementation of policy and procedures.
• Any other duties as directed from time to time.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Candidates must meet the following essential requirements prior to their appointment:
• Significant experience in a financial, regulatory or compliance environment with a strong focus on financial analysis and/or management
• Demonstrable experience of working with complex financial data
• Membership of a recognised or prescribed accountancy body or appropriate finance related qualifications
Candidates must have unconditional authorisation to live and work in Ireland.
DESIRABLE CRITERIA
• Degree (Level 8 of NFQ) or equivalent experience in a relevant field such as accounting, financial analysis, governance, compliance or audit
• Analytical skills with ability to interrogate data and management information to identify patterns, draw out key themes and findings to support decisions
• Demonstrable relevant experience relating to financial management, budgeting, analysis, compliance, financial ratios and financial risk management
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and experience of communicating financial information to both financial and non-financial experts.
What’s on Offer
• A permanent pensionable position
• Flexible working hours within defined limits
• Annual leave of 23 days increasing over time depending on service.
• A public sector salary with incremental pay progression (Grade 6 scale)
• Hybrid working environment with flexible working hours.
• Personal development opportunities through employer sponsored academic education, paid study leave and in-house training and development programmes
• Dynamic and interactive work environment
• Career progression opportunities
• Facilitation of Tax Saver travel tickets and Bike to Work Scheme
• Bike parking onsite
• Modern city centre office, located near Merrion Square, Dublin 2, which is easily accessible by DART, and many bus routes
Whats Next?
- Closing date is 27th September 2024 at 12pm.
