We would like to invite applications for the following full-time, 12 month contract position;

Part-Qualified Accountant (Payables)

Clontarf

IWA is seeking a Part-Qualified Accountant to join our Finance Team. The successful candidate will support the Accounts Payable function and assist in monthly accounts preparation, finance support with grant applications and other areas in the finance function. The ideal candidate will have two years’ experience working within a Finance Team. The successful candidate will liaise with management and staff across the organisation and also with customers, suppliers and other stakeholders, providing support and assistance while ensuring high standards of compliance and adherence to finance policies and procedures. A key element of the role will be working with the team to implement new processes and systems.

This is a great opportunity to join a non-profit organisation committed to high standards and best practice. We are a people focused organisation and the Finance team plays a key role in supporting all our services and activities.

Irish Wheelchair Association (IWA) works with, and on behalf of, people with physical disabilities, to drive positive change in Ireland through the influencing of public policy, the provision of quality services and enabling accessibility to all aspects of society. People are at the heart of everything we do, and this is enshrined in all of our values.

IWA is a registered charity with over €60m annual income and in excess of 2,000 employees. All financial processing and management is centralised at Head Office Clontarf. The Finance team of 10 full-time and part-time staff are responsible for:

Processing of all income, expenditure, receipts and payments nationally.

Monthly management accounts,

Budgets and forecasts.

Support and information for board and management at all levels.

Annual accounts and audit.

Business improvement projects.

Finance support to all funding streams.

Working as part of the Finance Team, this role will provide aid and support to management and staff across the organisation in dealing with finance-related issues; complying with finance policies and procedures; and explaining and understanding financial reports and accounts. The successful candidate will liaise with customers, suppliers, and other stakeholders. You will also work closely with colleagues in Finance and other central services teams on the implementation of process improvements.

Training, Experience and Qualifications

Part Qualified Accountant

A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a Finance Team working across functions.

Excellent IT skills – advanced Excel skills.

A proactive approach to work and a keen interest in learning all aspects of the finance function.

Excellent interpersonal skills to interact with a wide range of stakeholders and to support and assist managers and staff in dealing with finance-related issues.

An understanding of internal control procedures.

A focus on quality and standards.

Excellent attention to detail.

A Team Player.

Skills and behaviours

Computer literate including use of Microsoft Office suite

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Well organised with a structured approach to work

Excellent attention to detail

Flexible and proactive approach

Problem solving skills

Self-motivation, initiative and team-working

Professionalism and integrity

Competencies

Communicating and Influencing

Planning and Organising

Quality and Customer Focus

Critical Analysis and Decision Making

Technical Expertise and Self Development

Remuneration Benefits

Salary for this role is up to €45,558 Depending on Experience and qualifications

VHI, HSF and PRSA schemes available

Excellent working conditions and environment.

Working from Home options available

Training development opportunities

25 days annual leave

Employee Assistance Service

Employee discount for IWA Gym

Bike to Work Scheme

Vouched expenses and mileage

TaxSaver Scheme

On-site Parking

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The closing date for applications is Monday 12th December 2022

Please note - ACADEMIC AND/OR PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: -Documentary evidence of your relevant qualification(s) may/will be required in advance of or during the recruitment process.

IWA is committed to promoting, maintaining, and adding to our diverse and inclusive work environment