Head of Finance, Charity, Kildare, Hybrid
Permanent
Reference: 24737-AQ
Our client, an international charity is seeking an experienced Head of Global Finance to provide strategic financial leadership across a complex international operation. The position will offer financial planning, governance and operational delivery ensuring the organisations financial sustainability and integrity in a complex, multi country operating environment. Acting as a business partner to the Executive Leadership Team and Board, supporting informed decision‑making to establish long‑range goals, strategies and effective risk management.
Role Responsibilities
Develop and implement frameworks to manage financial risk across international operations
Promote a culture of accountability, compliance, and strong financial governance
Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations, standards, and reporting requirements
Oversee the integrity of financial and management reporting across the organisation
Lead statutory reporting and audit processes
Manage relationships with external auditors, regulators, and professional advisors
Support internal audits, donor audits, and due diligence activities
Ensure robust internal controls, accounting systems, and financial processes are in place
Lead finance transformation initiatives, including process improvement and digitalisation
Collaborate with systems teams to enhance financial and information systems
Lead annual budgeting and forecasting processes
Develop long‑term financial planning aligned to organisational strategy
Ensure strong value‑for‑money assessment across programmes and operations
Oversee treasury, cash flow management, and foreign exchange exposure
Manage banking, insurance, and professional advisory relationships
Ensure treasury activities align with approved financial policies
Provide strategic financial support across all divisions and international operations
Support complex donor and institutional funding requirements
Oversee financial management of subsidiary or affiliated entities
Act as a key financial advisor on contractual and legal financial matters
Lead, mentor, and develop a high‑performing global finance team
Drive innovation, continuous improvement, and effective change management
Support staff development, succession planning, and knowledge sharing
Promote employee wellbeing and strong performance management practices
Candidate Requirements
Professionally qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA or equivalent)
Significant senior finance leadership experience within multi‑currency organisations
Strong experience in financial management, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
Experience operating at executive and board level preferred
Strong background in risk management, compliance, governance, and internal controls
Experience leading finance transformation projects and enterprise financial systems
International and/or charity sector experience desirable
Treasury, donor funding, or institutional funding experience advantageous
Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and change management skills
Commercially minded, collaborative, and results‑focused approach
The organisation offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including pension and life assurance, alongside flexible and hybrid working arrangements designed to support work‑life balance.
To apply, please email your CV to Anne Quinn, our consultant managing this assignment via the email link below or contact01-6797990
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