The client is a large, diverse social care organisation supporting thousands of people each year across Dublin and the surrounding areas. Its services span areas such as homelessness and housing, youth and community services, food poverty, residential care, counselling, and specialist information and advocacy and support for migrants, refugees, and Irish emigrants. the organisation is focused on helping people navigate difficult periods of life and building greater stability, independence, and opportunity.
The client is seeking an experienced finance professional to join its Board as a Finance Board Member. In this role, the successful candidate will provide senior-level financial expertise and an independent perspective to Board discussions, strengthening governance, financial oversight, and long-term sustainability. Working alongside other Board members and the senior management team, they will help the Board understand and oversee the organisation’s financial position, risks, and longer-term financial planning, while ensuring an appropriate distinction between governance responsibilities and day-to-day operational management.
The client is particularly interested in candidates with a recognised professional accountancy or senior finance qualification, and a strong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, risk, and internal controls. Experience operating within a complex organisation with significant annual expenditure is expected, and familiarity with publicly funded services, government funding arrangements, or the voluntary/social care sector would be valuable. Previous Board experience is welcome, and candidates should be able to combine financial expertise with an understanding of Board responsibilities and an interest in the social impact of the work.