Are you looking for a role where you can truly change lives— including your own.Kindness. Respect. Purpose. Inclusion. If these words resonate with you and you have the passion to work alongside people to ensure they are safe, respected, and empowered to make choices about their own lives, come join our team in supporting people with intellectual disabilities to live with independence, dignity, and joy — every single day.WALK (Walkinstown Association for People with Intellectual disability), a service provider for people with disabilities, has been providing community-based supports for over 50 years. Through its models of support the organisation specialises in tailoring the types and supports it provides to suit the individual. Our focuses on engagement is in community settings; broadly in the areas of employment, training and community living. The organisation empowers people with disabilities to live self-determined lives in an equal and inclusive society. This means that people are facilitated to access any community facility that will support their life-time ambitions. At WALK we believe that every person who wants to work, have a job or a career, can do so. We know it is the person's drive and ambitions that enables them to reach their goals, our role is as a facilitator in their journey. The people WALK supports enables us to work towards our vision, that is, of being an inclusive society where communities value and treat all people as equal citizens.WALK is an innovative and dynamic organisation where change is rapid and constant. The organisation has achieved both national and international quality awards for high quality service delivery and human resource management.Job Title: Financial ControllerReports to: Director of Finance and AdministrationRoles Reporting: Finance team comprising of 3 full time staffLocation: WALK main office, DublinWorking Hours: Monday – Friday 09:00-17:00Renumeration: €64,000 - €68,000 per annum (Depending on experience)Contract Type: Full time, permanent contractJob Purpose:Responsible for producing annual budgets, preparing statutory and monthly accounts, managing cash flow, and developing and driving compliance across the organisation with internal financial controls.Key Responsibilities of the JobRole-specific responsibilities:· Management of the Finance TeamLead and develop the finance team to deliver on objectives.· Financial ReportingPreparing the Annual Financial Statements for all WALK entities.Coordinating and leading the External Audit process.Preparing forecasts and monthly management accounts.Attending meetings of the Finance & Sustainability Subcommittee.Developing and maintaining the financial reporting system to ensure timely and accurate reporting.· Financial ControlsMonitoring Finance controls to identify and implement any required improvements.Periodically reviewing and updating key Finance policies, procedures and frameworks.Organising periodic training for staff across the organisation to share updates and guidance on Finance best practice.· Annual Budgets and Variance AnalysisLiaising with stakeholders across the organisation to produce the Annual Budget.Coordinating with managers in key organisational areas to develop and roll out individualised analyses and budgets.Reporting monthly to Senior Managers and Coordinators.· Statutory RequirementsEnsuring all statutory requirements are met, including taxation, charitable and legal requirements.Company Secretarial duties. e.g., adding and removing directors as appropriate and liaising with Auditors on annual returns.· PayrollSupporting the payroll function as required.Reviewing and approving monthly payroll.· Cash flow and BankingProfiling cash flows and ensuring the organisation operates within its banking facilities.Liaising with bankers about facilities.· Supporting the Director of Finance and Administration withCosting for current and future servicesAgreeing Service Level Agreements with FundersManaging financial risksReporting to the BoardOther Specifications:· Maintain a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment.· Commit to equality, diversity, and human rights.· Uphold WALK's Vision, Values, Ethos and Mission.Personal and Professional Development:· Engage in ongoing training and development, committed to continuous improvement and performance development including reflective practice.· Understand and follow all relevant policies and procedures.· The individual will have an opportunity toParticipate in the growth of the organisation.Enhance team management skills.Develop a wide range of sector specific financial management skills.o Avail of flexible working arrangements.In addition to the above-mentioned responsibilities, employees may be required to carry out such duties as may reasonably be required and determined by the Director of Finance and Administration.Person SpecificationSpecific Requirement for Qualifications and ExperienceRecognized accountancy qualification (CAI, ACCA or equivalent)Experience with SAGE or equivalent accounting softwareExperience in preparing budgets, forecasts and management accountsTechnical accounting knowledge, for example the Charities SORPTeam or Project management experienceProficiency in Microsoft Office suite (especially Excel and Word)Specific Requirement for Skills and CompetenciesNetworking SkillsBuild strong interpersonal relationships with colleagues and work effectively in teams and independentlyPositive attitude, outlook, and mindset when interacting with othersAbility to create a welcoming, comfortable environment that encourages others to engage with youCommunication and Interpersonal SkillsResilience, Openness to Change & TeamworkEmotionally intelligent team player with empathy for others.To be able to communicate clearly and effectively with staff teamsExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsPersonal CompetenciesAbility to influence decisionsProblem solvingFlexible attitude, with the ability to work to tight deadlines.Managing and leading staffValues-based SpecificationHuman Rights Based Approach· Ensure financial decisions uphold equality and non-discrimination.· Allocate resources in ways that protect and promote the rights of people we support.· Understand and apply ethical principles in budgeting and funding.Socially Inclusive· Support initiatives that maximise participation of people with disabilities or older adults in community life.· Ensure financial planning enables socially valued rolesRespectful of the Right to Self-Determination· Understand person-centred care and can demonstrate treating people as individuals and respecting choices· Advocate for budgets that allow personalised supports and choice.Accountability and Transparency· Maintain clear, honest reporting to stakeholders, including funders and regulators.· Promote trust through compliance with statutory requirements.Oriented Towards Learning and Continuous Improvement· Striving for quality in everything we do, recognising and understanding what quality in care means for people we support· Being accepting about criticism and focusing on improvement· Being open to new opportunities for learning and identifying the limits of skills and knowledgeFlexible, Resourceful and Creative· Respond creatively to funding challenges while safeguarding service quality.· Balance cost efficiency with person-centred care priorities.This job description indicates the main functions and responsibilities of the post and is subject to review and amendment in the light of changing circumstances and may include other duties and responsibilities, as may be determined from time to time.Job Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: €64,000.00-€68,000.00 per yearApplication question(s):Do you have the relevant qualifications and experience as stated in the job description?Work authorisation:Ireland (required)Work Location: In person