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The Gallery wishes to recruit a Finance Business Partner on a permanent basis. This role sits within the Finance Department and plays a pivotal role in supporting the commercial activities of the Gallery. The Finance Business Partner works closely with the Head of Finance & Systems and the Commercial Manager. This post is suited to a qualified accountant with public sector experience who can collaborate across functions, has strong attention to detail, and can meet deadlines.
Reporting to the Head of Finance & Systems, the Finance Business Partner will:
* Prepare monthly management accounts for Own Resource (Commercial) company of the Gallery
* Drive commercial performance by measuring efficiencies, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and optimising resource allocation
* Lead annual budgeting processes for the commercial activities of the Gallery
* Monitor performance against budgets
* Provide support for internal audits and external audit by the Comptroller and Auditor General
* Manage the commercial revenue streams with the Commercial Manager and Head of Audience development and Stakeholder engagement
* Manage all commercial cost centres on a monthly basis
* Manage the Cashier and the Shop Finance Administrator
Qualifications
* A professional accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CPA, CIMA) with a number of years spent working in a finance function in a public sector environment
* Excellent stakeholder management skills, with an ability to build collaborative relationships with stakeholders across different departments, challenging and supporting them constructively to achieve common goals
* Experience in expenditure to public sector spending codes, compliance, and regulatory frameworks
* Demonstrable experience in a finance business partnering role and knowledge of the public sector environment is preferred
* Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to extract, correlate, and interpret data
* High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and various financial systems like Sage and Integra
* Excellent communication skills to articulate complex financial information clearly and concisely to both financial and non-financial stakeholders
Skills, Talent and Abilities
Leadership
* Actively contributes to the development of the strategies and policies of the Department/Organisation
* Brings focus and drive to building and sustaining high levels of performance, addressing performance issues as they arise
* Leads and maximises the contribution of the team as a whole
* Considers the effectiveness of outcomes wider than own immediate area
* Clearly defines objectives/goals and delegates effectively, encouraging ownership and responsibility for tasks
* Develops capability of others through feedback, coaching and opportunities for skills development
* Identifies and takes opportunities to exploit new and innovative service delivery channels
Analysis & Decision Making
* Researches issues thoroughly, consulting appropriately to gather all information needed on an issue
* Understands complex issues quickly, accurately absorbing and evaluating data (including numerical data)
* Integrates diverse strands of information, identifying inter-relationships and linkages
* Makes clear, timely and well-grounded decisions on important issues
* Considers the wider implications of decisions on a range of stakeholders
* Takes a firm position on issues s/he considers important
Management & Delivery of Results
* Takes responsibility for challenging tasks and delivers on time and to a high standard
* Plans and prioritises work in terms of importance, timescales and other resource constraints, re-prioritising in light of changing circumstances
* Ensures quality and efficient customer service is central to the work of the division
* Looks critically at issues to see how things can be done better
* Is open to new ideas, initiatives and creative solutions to problems
* Ensures controls and performance measures are in place to deliver efficient and high value services
* Effectively manages multiple projects
Interpersonal & Communication Skills
* Presents information in a confident, logical and convincing manner, verbally and in writing
* Encourages open and constructive discussions around work issues
* Promotes teamwork within the section, but also works effectively on projects across Departments/Sectors
* Maintains poise and control when working to influence others
* Instils a strong focus on Customer Service in their area
* Develops and maintains a network of contacts to facilitate problem solving or information sharing
* Engages effectively with a range of stakeholders, including members of the public, Public Service colleagues and the political system
Drive & Commitment to Public Service Values
* Is self-motivated and shows a desire to continuously perform at a high level
* Is personally honest and trustworthy and can be relied upon
* Ensures the citizen is at the heart of all services provided
* Through leading by example, fosters the highest standards of ethics and integrity
Specialist Knowledge, Expertise & Self Development
* Has a clear understanding of the roles, objectives and targets of self and the team and how they fit into the work of the unit and Department/Organisation
* Has breadth and depth of knowledge of Department and Governmental issues and is sensitive to wider political and organisational priorities
* Is considered an expert by stakeholders in own field/area
* Is focused on self-development, seeking feedback and opportunities for growth to help carry out the specific requirements of the role
Conditions of employment
This job description is a guide to broad areas of responsibility and accountability and should not be regarded as a comprehensive listing. All employees are required to comply with NGI screening and Garda Vetting procedures. The post will be subject to a satisfactory medical check and successful completion of a probationary period. Applicants must be fluent in English and be eligible to work in Ireland.
Citizenship Requirements
Eligible candidates must be:
* A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA) or
* A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK) or
* A citizen of Switzerland or
* A non-EEA citizen who has a Stamp 4 permission or a Stamp 5 permission.
To qualify, candidates must be eligible by the date of any job offer.
Job Details and Application Information
Salary
The salary for this position will be in accordance with the Engineer Grade II & Professional Accountant Grade II (PPC) pay scale, as per the 1 August 2025 pay adjustments. The salary scale is:
* €74,701 starting salary (first point) or higher, in accordance with public sector rules
* Salary progression up to €88,250, LSIs
Annual Leave: 27 days pro rata
Superannuation: Public sector pension scheme
Benefits: Participation in tax saver and cycle to work schemes
Duration: Permanent
Working hours: Full time, 5 days a week – 35 hours per week (net of breaks); occasional late evenings and weekends may be required
Applicants must be processed in accordance with our Privacy Notice. How To Apply: Please provide the following documents (PDF): a cover letter (max 2 pages) and a CV (max 2 pages)
Panel: A panel of successful candidates may be formed from which future positions may be filled
Closing date for receipt of applications: 31 October 2025
Interviews scheduled in November 2025
Equal opportunity statement: The National Gallery of Ireland is an equal opportunities employer
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