Head of Financial Accounting - Dublin City Council

Job summary The Head of Financial Accounting is a senior leadership position within the Council, offering an exciting and challenging opportunity for an experienced and accomplished manager. The successful candidate will contribute to the development and implementation of strategic, forward-thinking initiatives and will work closely with the elected Councillors and senior management team to ensure the delivery of high-quality services across the organisation. The role requires a strong understanding of the local government environment, together with the vision, leadership, and experience necessary to drive organisational success. Reporting to and supporting the Chief Executive and the Head of Finance, the Head of Financial Accounting plays a key role in advancing the economic, social, cultural, and physical development of the city. The position is responsible for helping to shape and oversee the organisational structures, systems, and resources required to deliver a broad range of public services in an efficient, effective, and financially sustainable manner. A full Job Summary/Description is available in the Information Booklet. Main Duties of the Job Providing strategic leadership for the Financial Accounting function, including responsibility for Oracle Financial Management Systems (FMS), accounts payable and receivable, treasury management, payroll, loan financing, financial controls, fixed asset management, and related financial operations. This includes the management, performance development, training, education, and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) of finance staff to ensure the highest standards of professional practice and service delivery. Leading the planning, preparation, and production of the Annual Financial Statement in accordance with the Local Authority Accounting Code of Practice and all relevant accounting standards. Managing relationships with internal and external auditors, tax advisers, government departments, regulatory bodies, and other professional advisers. A full list of main duties is available in the Information Booklet. <div id="form_a70ae0f0-8808-4e21-b4fe-7bdce224dd8f_label_223397_1" class="form_row form_label h