Finance Operations Manager - Grangegorman Development Agency

Grangegorman Development Agency has exclusively retained Steering Point to recruit a Finance Operations Manager .

The Organisation

The Grangegorman Development Agency (GDA) is the statutory body responsible for delivering one of Ireland’s largest urban regeneration programmes, transforming the former St. Brendan’s Hospital site into a world-class education, health and community campus in Dublin.

The Role

Reporting to the Head of Finance, the Finance Operations Manager will play a key role in the effective operation of the Agency’s finance function.

The successful candidate will support financial reporting, planning, treasury management, compliance and internal controls, providing high-quality financial information to support decision-making across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management reports, cash flow forecasts and project cost reports, managing month-end and year-end close processes.
• Support the preparation of annual financial statements, budgets, forecasts and long-term funding plans.
• Contribute financial analysis to support major capital projects and investment appraisals.
• Maintain strong financial controls, governance and compliance with Irish tax regulations and public sector requirements.
• Liaise with internal and external auditors, ensuring audit queries are addressed promptly.
• Oversee accounts payable, supplier payments, treasury, banking, payroll and pension administration.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, reporting systems and operational efficiency.
• Support budget holders and stakeholders with financial planning, analysis and decision-making.

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Degree or third-level qualification at NFQ Level 8 or higher in accountancy or a relevant discipline.
• ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CPA qualification, with full membership of a recognised accountancy body.
• Minimum of five years’ relevant post-qualification experience in financial management.
• Strong financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and financial control expertise.
• Excellent knowledge of Irish tax regulations, including VAT, RCT, PSWT and ERR.
• Strong understanding of financial governance, compliance and internal controls.
• Excellent analytical, interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a complex environment.

Desirable

• Experience in financial or management reporting within a complex organisation.
• Understanding of public sector funding, procurement and infrastructure projects.
• Experience in risk management, corporate governance and value-for-money practices.
• Knowledge of FRS 102, Sage 200 or similar accounting systems.
• Awareness of sustainability and ESG reporting requirements.

Applications

Steering Point is managing this appointment on behalf of the Grangegorman Development Agency.

For further information or to request a Candidate Information Pack, email [email protected]

Closing Date: 5.00pm, Thursday, 29 October 2026.