Finance Officer

CORLANN – WEST REGION

JOB DESCRIPTION

PERMANENT FULL TIME FINANCE OFFICER (GRADE VI)

FINANCE DEPARTMENT – WEST REGION

JOB REF: 106410

Role Summary:

Corlann West provide a wide range of services to people with an intellectual disability and to their families in Galway and Roscommon.

The Finance Officer (Grade VI) is a key member of the Finance Services Team, providing financial management, reporting, compliance and business support across the West Region. The postholder will support service managers and budget holders, contribute to the preparation of management accounts and statutory reporting, assist with audit and governance requirements, and support the ongoing development of financial systems, processes and controls.

This role offers a broad range of experience across financial reporting, budgeting, compliance, service support and continuous improvement initiatives.

Reports / Responsible to:

Finance Operations Manager

Qualifications and Experience

Essential

• Qualified ACA, ACCA, CPA or CIMA accountant.
• Minimum of four years' relevant experience in auditing, accounting, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, or a related finance environment.
• Advanced IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and financial systems.
• Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to explain financial information to non-financial staff.
• Experience providing training, guidance and support to colleagues.
• Full clean Class B driving licence and access to own transport.

Desirable

• Experience working within the healthcare, disability or not-for-profit sector.
• Experience of financial systems development and process improvement.
• Knowledge of devolved budgeting principles.
• Experience of financial software packages and Power BI.

Working Hours:

35 hours per week based on a 5 day duty roster. Contracted hours of work are liable to change between the hours of 8am and 8pm to meet the requirements of the service. The Corlann model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours to provide a quality service delivery for each individual.

Annual Leave:

30 days per annum.

Remuneration:

Department of Health Grade VI (Clerical) salary scale (01/06/2026) - €58,477 to €71,441 gross per annum.

The reference salary applying to the grade ranges from a minimum of €58,477to a maximum of €66,677 gross basic per annum. After three years on the maximum point, a Long Service Increment applies bringing the annual salary to €69,056 gross basic per annum. After a further three years another Long Service Increment applies bring the annual salary to the maximum of €71,441gross per annum.

Tenure:

This post is permanent, full-time and pensionable.

Probation:

A probationary period of nine months from the date of appointment applies to the post.

Travel:

The person appointed must provide his/her own car and must furnish an indemnity from Insurers in favour of the employer. Travelling expenses at the appropriate rate will be paid in respect of travel necessarily performed in the discharge of duty.

Location/Base:

This post is based in Kilcornan House, Clarinbridge, Co. Galway, however the appointee will be required to travel to various service locations throughout the Region.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Corlann model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures requiring employees to be flexible both in their approach and their working hours to provide a quality service delivery for each individual.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Reporting & Management Accounts

• Prepare and review monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Complete month-end processes including journals, accruals, prepayments and reconciliations.
• Maintain fixed asset registers and support statutory reporting requirements.
• Monitor budgets, analyse variances and provide financial information to support decision-making.
• Prepare ad hoc financial reports and analysis as required.

Compliance, Audit & Governance

• Support the preparation of annual financial statements and year-end processes.
• Assist internal and external auditors and implement audit recommendations where appropriate.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, regulatory requirements and funding conditions.
• Contribute to financial risk management, internal controls and governance processes.
• Maintain accurate financial records and documentation.

Persons Supported Finances

• Support the administration, monitoring and audit of Persons Supported finances.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, RSSMAC requirements and organisational guidelines.
• Provide advice and support to managers and staff regarding financial procedures relating to Persons Supported.
• Assist with financial investigations, reconciliations and oversight reviews where required.

Budgeting, Funding & Business Support

• Assist with annual budget preparation, forecasting and financial planning.
• Support service managers and budget holders through the provision of financial advice and analysis.
• Assist with grant claims, funding returns and financial reporting to external bodies.
• Support service costing exercises, business cases and new service developments.

Training, Systems & Continuous Improvement

• Provide finance training and support to managers, staff and colleagues.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of financial systems, processes and procedures.
• Participate in projects and initiatives that enhance financial management and reporting.
• Support the implementation of new technologies and best practices within the Finance Department.

General Responsibilities

• Maintain confidentiality and handle all information in accordance with organisational policies and data protection requirements.
• Comply with all Corlann policies, procedures, safeguarding standards and Health & Safety requirements.
• Promote positive working relationships and effective communication with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Participate in training and professional development activities as required.
• Provide cover for colleagues and support other finance functions as necessary.
• Undertake such other duties appropriate to the grade as may be assigned by the Head of Finance or Finance Manager.

The duties outlined above are not exhaustive and may evolve in line with service requirements and organisational developments.

Informal Enquiries to Martin Gardiner, Finance Manager on 087 3767957or martin.gardiner@corlann.ie

The closing date for receipt of completed application forms on-line is: 5pm, Tuesday 24th November 2026

Interview date Friday 4th December 2026

Corlann is an equal opportunities employer.