Head Of Finance, Research And Education Funding - Paediatric Academic Health Science Center

Head of Finance, Research and Education Funding -Paediatric Academic Health Science Center.

Purpose of the Role:

To provide strategic financial leadership and operational oversight for the Paediatric Academic Health Science Center (PAHSC), ensuring robust financial governance across clinical, academic and research activities. The postholder will lead financial planning, budgeting, reporting and compliance while supporting the Center’s strategic objectives through effective management of research funding, academic partnerships and grant income.

Working closely with the executive leadership, clinical directors, academic partners and research & education teams, the role will ensure the financial sustainability of the PAHSC and support the delivery of a high-class paediatric research, innovation and patient care.

Essential Criteria:

• Fully qualified accountant(ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• 7 years of progressive experience in a relevant finance function.
• Significant senior level financial management experience in a complex organisation.
• Proven experience in the preparation and management of monthly and annual financial accounts.
• Demonstrated experience in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting.
• Experience of financial governance, audit risk management and internal financial controls,
• Experience of working collaboratively with senior leaders and multidisciplinary stakeholders.
• Experience of developing and implementing financial policies procedures and process improvement.
• Comprehensive knowledge of financial accounting standards, financial management principles and governance requirements.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex financial information.
• Strong knowledge of accounting software (SAP experience advantageous).
• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Excel.
• Flexibility, adaptability and the ability to work collaboratively and collegiately with colleagues in Research, Education and Finance and across CHI.

How to Apply and Informal Enquiries:

Applications for this post must be accompanied by a cover letter, setting out relevant experience that illustrates how the essential criteria listed above is met.

The criterion for short listing is based on the requirements of the post, as outlined in the eligibility criteria.

* Please note that you must submit a cover letter with your CV, this forms part of your application and CV’s will not be accepted without a detailed cover letter.

The closing date for submissions of CVs and cover letter is Monday 21st September 2026 at 11.45pm. Applications must be completed through the advertised post on CHI.jobsby clicking ‘Apply for Job’.

Applications will not be accepted through direct email or any other method.

For informal enquiries for this specialty/department, please contact Sharon Gaffney, Sharon.gaffney@childrenshealthireland.ie or 087 604935

For other queries relating to this recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition Specialist – Rachel.sheridan@childrenshealthireland.ie

PLEASE NOTE:

CHI has transitioned to a process of a one commencement day per month for all new employees, CHI internal transfers and Secondments. This update to our Onboarding process is aligned to changes in our monthly/fortnightly payroll and with the launch of our new corporate induction program. This process enhancement ensures that we can thoroughly prepare for your arrival and facilitate a smooth transition in your onboarding journey.

It is important for you to note that if you do not have your pre-employments and mandatory training completed in time, your commencement date will be deferred to the next available date.

Below, you’ll find the list of commencement dates for 2026.

• 7th December