Executive Finance Assistant

Family Carers Ireland (FCI) is the national charity supporting family carers across the country who dedicate their lives to caring for loved ones such as children or adults with physical or intellectual disabilities, frail older people, those with palliative care needs or those living with chronic illnesses or addiction. We provide a range of supports and services for family carers nationally from our local support centres.

JOB SUMMARY

The Executive Finance Assistant role is broken down into two key areas of Executive Assistant to the CEO providing high level admin, logistical and project support to ensure the smooth running of the executive operations and governance functions and providing support to the Finance Department. The role is pivotal in ensuring the CEO’s time is optimised, systems are robust, and Board activities are well co-ordinated. Within the finance team the person will be responsible for maintaining records, handling correspondence and managing office supplies along with support to all members of the Finance Team.

The role will involve collaborating with staff across the organisation in the fulfilment of our responsibility to promote regulatory, legal, and operational compliance throughout the organisation across a range of functional areas.

ROLE CRITERIA

The Executive Finance Assistant must possess the following qualifications and experience:

Must be educated to Leaving Cert level (or equivalent) and pursued further studies in Office Administration, Business, or another relevant discipline.

At least 3 years’ experience working within a busy office environment is essential.

Strong IT aptitude essential with advanced MS Office skills, especially in MS Word and MS Excel.

Experience of consulting with Senior Management and Board members is required.

Has previously worked in a highly confidential environment.

Fluency in English, written and verbal.

Excellent communicator.

Flexibility in attitude and approach to the job.

An ability to multitask and have excellent attention to detail.

Exceptional organisation and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple projects to deadlines and keep stakeholders informed.

Ability to prioritise tasks and work within a dynamic environment.

Excellent time management is essential.

A strong work ethic is essential.

A willingness to learn and a desire to implement a culture of continuous improvement.

A willingness to help other colleagues.

Full drivers’ licence with access to own vehicle and a willingness to travel when required.

Terms & Conditions: Permanent, full-time contract (37 hours per week across Monday to Friday). This role will be based at Family Carers Ireland, Market Square, Tullamore, Co. Offaly. The Finance team currently work a hybrid model with flexibility to work from home. The salary range for this role is €38,000 to €43,000 with access to a defined contribution pension scheme. The annual leave entitlement is 26 days per year.

Application Process: We recommend prospective candidates to contact us on the email address below for a copy of the full job description or details regarding the terms and conditions of the role if they wish. Applicants are invited to submit their up-to date CV and cover letter demonstrating how they meet the above criteria to recruitment@familycarers.ie no later than Friday 3rd October 2025.