Background
The National Concert Hall (NCH), based in the heart of Dublin City Centre, is Ireland's National Cultural Institution for music. Our vision is to be regarded worldwide as one of the great centres for music and a symbol of national pride for Irish people everywhere. Hosting over 1,000 events each year, we offer world class music and entertainment for all ages enriching people's lives through music and the magic of live performance.
Role Summary
The role of Senior Accounts Assistant is important for the smooth running of the daytoday financial operations of the Finance department and plays a critical role in supporting the vision and activities of the National Concert Hall, as a premier cultural and historical music venue.
The postholder will be responsible for supporting the preparation of the National Concert Hall's monthly business and events accounts to the trial balance stage; preparing and processing of payments; preparation of batch payment files for processing through the banking online system, reconciling monthly purchase ledger balance to aged creditors listings, reporting requirements of the Creditors function, settling outstanding balances; posting of journals; assisting with internal and external audit reporting requirements, preparation of tax returns, and the preparation of various reports on tight monthly and quarterly deadlines and to assist the Financial Accountant and Head of Finance with various adhoc tasks.
A key requirement of this role is to be a key contact and support the internal departments of the NCH to ensure smooth delivery of the NCHs events.
Key Responsibilities
Reporting to the Financial Accountant the role of Senior Accounts Assistant is a key position in the Finance team and will be responsible for, but not limited to:
* Creditors and Payments
Overall responsibility of the accounts payable function which will include providing guidance to other members of the finance team.
Preparation and processing of the biweekly payments run to creditors by electronic funds transfer.
Preparation and processing of foreign payments in a timely manner.
Liaise with stakeholders both internal and external regarding payment queries, acting as first point of escalation for any supplier queries.
Maintaining the Purchase Order system as operated in the NCH.
Deduct Professional Services Withholding tax on creditor payments and prepare return to revenue for sign off by the Financial Accountant Operation and maintenance of the procedures of tax clearance certificates for suppliers in compliance with state bodies and revenue requirements.
Monthly review of Accounts Payable listing and follow up with suppliers as required
Monitor the system for setting up payees for the bank, obtain bank verification and payment of foreign invoices in line with accounting and auditing procedure.
Ensure all internal controls are being adhered to and in accordance with Government circulars.
Attend meetings with internal departments of the NCH.
* Banking
Completion of computerised weekly bank reconciliations for Current & Deposit Bank Accounts and investigate discrepancies on a timely basis.
Confirm bank account details with suppliers for new bank account details and bank account amendments.
Liaise with bank on payment files.
Assist the Financial Accountant in any adhoc bank queries.
* Nominal Ledger & Tax
Posting Journals (Cash Receipts, Direct Debits, Sales, Programme Sales & Box Office Receipts) to the accounts system.
Key role in contributing to ensuring compliance to financial control.
Support the Financial Accountant with the preparation of VAT returns and other statutory findings.
Assist the Financial Accountant with any ad hoc duties and analysis as required.
Prepare Professional Services Withholding tax schedule for the Financial Accountants monthly review.
* Reporting & Audit
Preparation of month end reports, cross checking and reconciling all relevant information is included in the Trial Balance for the purposes of month end management accounts.
Assisting the Financial Accountant in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and statements.
Preparing the Monthly Events P&Ls for final review by the Financial Accountant and Head of Finance and the business.
Analysis and preparation of the Prompt Payments return in line with the Department of Culture, Communication and Sport request for publishing on the organisation's website
Maintenance of open purchase order report and the publishing of purchase orders over €20k on the organisation's website.
Directly communicating and engaging with internal and external auditors during their field work. Providing financial information to them for completion of their audit reports to their tight deadlines.
Keep up to date on all relevant compliance matters.
* System and Process Improvement
Consistently seek opportunities to improve processes and implement system improvements.
The Person
Essential Requirements
The successful candidate must demonstrate evidence of:
3 years recent relevant experience in a similar busy environment.
A high level of proficiency in using accounting and bank reconciliations software is critical.
High proficiency with MS Excel, including advanced level data analysis.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, with experience of dealing with a broad range of stakeholders.
Proven organisational skills and an ability to work towards tight deadlines.
A positive approach, and a commitment to upholding the NCH values of Respect, Integrity, Collaboration and Excellence.
Desirable Requirements
The successful candidate may also demonstrate:
* A qualification as an Accounting Technician.
* A third level business qualification or equivalent.
This job description is a guide to broad areas of responsibility and accountability and should not be regarded as a comprehensive listing. The job description may be subject to review in the light of new structures or the changing needs of the NCH.
Capability Framework
Candidates should demonstrate the ability to carry out successfully the duties of the role, as well as the behaviours, skills and knowledge required at Executive Officer grade.
This role will be assessed at Executive Officer level, and the following capabilities will be assessed at interview:
Building Future Readiness
Evidence Informed Delivery
Leading and Empowering
Communicating and Collaborating
Further information on the Capability Framework is available here.
Salary
The Executive Officer (PPC) salary scale applies (rates effective from 1 August 2025) as follows:
€37,919 €39,860 €40,956 €43,094 €45,010 €46,864 €48,711 €50,519 €52,366 €54,207 €56,160 €57,469 €59,335* €61,216**
* LSI1 After 3 years satisfactory service at the maximum. **LSI2 After 6 years satisfactory service at the maximum.
The successful candidate will be placed at the first point of the Executive Officer (PPC) salary scale,
€37,919 per annum
.
How To Apply
To apply for this role visit Careers | National Concert Hall
Applications should be submitted online and must include:
* A cover letter (max. two A4 pages) outlining why you wish to be considered for the role and where you believe your skills and experience meet the requirements of the role.
* A comprehensive CV clearly showing your relevant achievements and experience in your career to date.
Only applications fully submitted online will be accepted into the campaign.
Further details on the role and the application process may be viewed in the Candidate Information Booklet at the following link:
Closing Date
The deadline for applications is 5pm on Wednesday 15
th
October 2025.
Applications will not be accepted after the closing date/time.
At NCH we are proud to be an inclusive, equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of Gender, Civil Status, Family Status, Sexual Orientation, Religion, Age, Disability, Race, Membership of the Traveller Community or any other characteristic protected by the Equality Acts.
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