Director Of Finance

APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITION:

Director of Finance

National Remit with location options of Limerick, Roscrea or Dublin

(35 Hours Per Week)

Salary:€87,471 - €108,804

*Salary subject to Relevant Public Sector Experience*

Ref: 100518

Avista is a person-centered, rights-based organization dedicated to improving the lives of people with disabilities and complex support needs. We provide a wide range of support to children and adults including Day, Residential and Respite services in various locations across Dublin, Meath, Limerick, Tipperary and Offaly.

The Director of Finance is a key member of the Executive Management Team. Reporting directly to the CEO, they will make a proactive corporate contribution to the strategic development of Avista. The role provides strategic financial leadership, ensuring robust governance, effective financial management and the delivery of high-quality finance services across the organisation. Working closely with the CEO, Board and the Executive Management Team, the Director of Finance will drive financial sustainability, support strategic decision-making, strengthen internal controls and lead a high-performing finance function that enables the delivery of person-centred services.

Essential Criteria.

· Full membership of a prescribed accountancy body supervised by the Irish Auditing and Accounting Supervisory Authority.

· 7 years post qualification accountancy/audit experience, with a minimum of three years in a large organisation.

· Detailed knowledge and understanding of financial risk management, experience of internal control testing, risk assessment and the management and development of systems of financial internal control.

· Experience in the preparation of financial reports to include all statutory reporting.

· Significant people management experience of managing teams across different locations.

· Evidence of implementation of strategic objectives.

· Excellent IT skills including expertise in integrated financial management systems, with experience of data analysis to support management reporting and strategic decision making.

Desirable Criteria

· Previous relevant experience in the broader public or health sector and a working knowledge of the public sector governance and regulatory frameworks for a Section 38 Organisation .

Why work with us?

· Be part of a values-driven organisation making a real difference in people’s lives.

· Work with a supportive leadership team committed to continuous improvement and learning.

· Opportunities for professional development and influence at a national level.

Applicants should possess Level 3 behavioural competencies of the Avista competency framework.

Why work with us?

• Excellent Career Progression Opportunities.
• Comprehensive Pension Scheme
• Supportive and innovative working environment.
• Generous Annual Leave entitlement
• Paid Maternity Leave & Sick Pay scheme
• Bike to work Scheme
• Tax Saver Travel Scheme

Please submit a Cover letter and CV a applications via our website careers section at:

https://www.rezoomo.com/company/avista/

Informal enquiries to Debbie Byrne, Director of HR debbie.byrne@avistaclg.ie

Closing date for receipt of applications 17th July 2026.

Interview to be scheduled week of: 27th July 2026.

Avista is a public body and subject to Freedom of Information and Data Protection Requests.

Avista is an equal opportunities employer.