Financial Accountant

The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Dublin is the largest diocese in Ireland, with a Catholic population of almost 1 million, extending to almost 200 parishes bordering 5 counties.
A full-time position as a Financial Accountant has become available to report to the Lead Accountant and will collaborate closely with all team members in the Finance Secretariat.
This is a key financial role within the Archdiocese.
It is a dynamic, multifaceted role responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely delivery of high-volume financial processes, including month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closings.
The role is critical in executing key processes that support the completion of the management accounts, budgets, and financial statements.
This position is full-time on-site (35h per week); however, a hybrid arrangement (WFH 2 days) will be offered after the successful completion of the probation period.
The role is based at Arran Quay, Smithfield, Dublin 7.
Key Responsibilities include: The Financial Accountant reports to the Lead Accountant and plays a central role in the Finance Secretariat, supporting the financial operations of the two charities.
The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Dublin (the Diocese) and the Schools and Parishes of the Diocese of Dublin (the Parishes).
Month-End & Quarter-End & Year End Close Responsible for monthly/quarterly closing procedures, including review, journal postings, reconciliations and variance analysis.
Contribute insights for internal and external reporting.
Recording of Income Ongoing recording of income, ensuring the timely recording of all income streams and accrued income, identify discrepancies, variance and trend analysis and coordinate with parishes to resolve issues.
Parish Accounts, Year-End & Statutory Reporting Review parish accounts with the other accountants on the team.
Post required journals and corrections where applicable to ensure accurate parish accounts for audit.
Diocesan Year-End & Statutory Reporting Prepare reconciliations and audit schedules.
Maintain accurate Diocesan ledgers and Diocesan fixed asset registers and support financial statement preparation.
Monthly Priest Payments & Medical Health Insurance Administer monthly stipends to priests on a timely manner.
Reconciliation of priests payments and group medical insurance policy to ensure accurate.
Approve Staff Payroll & Ensure Benefits are accurate Review and approve the staff payroll for circa 50 employees.
Support the HR Administrator with financial queries and ensure accurate information is provided to the outsourced payroll provider.
Reconcile salary, pensions, BIK, and medical insurance contributions.
Systems & Process Improvements and documentation of processes Drive improvements in AccountsIQ and other systems.
Identify automation opportunities and update and prepare process documentation for training and continuity.
Knowledge: (Qualifications, Professional Profile & Related Experience): Professionally qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or ACMA) with 35+ years of post-qualification industry experience, ideally with exposure to a diverse client base; experience in the charity or not-for-profit sector is a strong asset.
Solid technical expertise in financial accounting and reporting, with working knowledge of SORP, FRS 102, and the Charities Act and the updated Charities Amendment Act.
Experience dealing with external and internal auditors.
Experience with processing high volumes of transactions.
Experience in and responsible for month-end and quarter-end processes and closes, as well as supporting with the management accounts, budgeting, and statutory financial reporting processes.
Proficient in financial software, AccountsIQ, Salesforce (Pastoral Management System) are an advantage, and advanced Excel; comfortable with data-driven reporting and reconciliation of large volumes of data.
Trained in ensuring the accuracy, existence, and completenessof financial data, with a proven track record of producing reliable financial information.
Demonstrates ability to develop and automate processes and reporting tools, enhancing efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls across financial operations.
Familiar with the organisational structures and governance of the Roman Catholic Church in Ireland.
Our offer: Competitive Salary Company pension with contributions (including income protection and death-in-service benefits), Church Holidays Paid Maternity Leave - 26th weeks (after 1 year of employment) Bike-to-Work scheme Tax Saver Employee Assistance Programme Free Car Parking Work-Life Balance: Hybrid working model with flexible options after successfully passing the probation How to Apply: Please submit your CV along with a cover letter that outlines how your experience and qualifications align with the requirements of the advertised role.
Applications should be sent to Cintia Mota, HR Administrator, via email at no later than 5 PM on Friday, September 26, 2025.
If you have any questions about the role, please email the same address.
Skills: Communication (written and verbal) Attention to detail Interpersonal Skills Analytical And Problem Solving Multitasking meeting deadlines team player Benefits: Flexitime Parking Pension Fund