Role overviewSenior Principal Accountancy Division at Brightwater. Based in Central Dublin, the client is one of Ireland’s leading educational, representative and regulatory bodies in Ireland. They regulate, educate, and represent their members, ensuring high standards, promoting justice, and providing member support. They are currently looking to add to their team a Finance Business Partner.The Finance Business Partner (FBP) will serve as a strategic and operational advisor, supporting decision-making across the organisation. The FBP will work closely with budget holders and senior management to deliver financial insight, planning, and performance analysis aligned with the Society’s objectives. This role requires strong business acumen, stakeholder management, and an understanding of not-for-profit and public interest organisations.ResponsibilitiesPartner with directorates, departments, and committees to understand financial needs and align budgets with strategic goals.Provide financial insight to support projects, policy initiatives, and strategic decisions.Develop business cases for new initiatives, including cost-benefit analysis and risk assessments.Support long-term financial planning and scenario modelling.Lead and coordinate the annual budgeting process with assigned departments.Liaising with departments on the procurement process and business requirement documentsMonitor financial performance against budget and forecasts; identify and investigate variances.Prepare accurate and timely monthly management accounts tailored to stakeholders' needs.Analyse key financial and operational performance indicators to support decision-making.Provide tailored financial reports, dashboards, and insights for both internal and external stakeholders.Ensure adherence to financial policies, procedures, and relevant regulations.Identify opportunities for efficiency and improvement in financial processes and systems.Maintain high standards of financial control and risk management, understanding and managing financial risks.Identify financial challenges, analyse their root causes and develop effective solutions.Manage the Internal Audit programme.Act as the primary finance contact for designated business units.Build trusted relationships across the organisation, fostering financial literacy and ownership.Communicate complex financial information clearly and persuasively to non-finance stakeholders.Person SpecificationAt least 2 years PQE (ACA/CPA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent.Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business, or a related field (essential).Experience in a similar role, ideally within a professional membership body, education, not-for-profit, or public sector is desirable but not essential.Proven track record in financial analysis, planning, and business partnering.Experience supporting strategic and operational decision-making.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Strategic thinker, ability to align financial goals with business objectives.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to influence and challenge constructively.Adaptable and flexible to changing business conditions and requirements.Understanding industry trends and competitive dynamics.High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems (e.g. Sage, SAP, Oracle).Ability to work collaboratively with other departments and stakeholders to achieve common goals.Understanding of governance, compliance, and regulatory frameworks relevant to the organisation.Salary (DOE).Pension.Subsidised Canteen.Excellent working conditions.How to applyFor more information on this role or any other Accountancy roles contact Conal O'Connor on 01 5927858, or e-mail or click on the apply button below.To view all live jobs with Brightwater and market insights, please visit our website: www.brightwater.ieLocationDublin, County Dublin, Ireland
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