Competition to fill the post of Head of Finance and Exchequer Unit (Principal Officer Higher)

The Department of Finance's mission is to lead in the achievement of the Government’s economic, fiscal, banking and financial policy goals, having regard to the goals set out in the Programme for Government.

The Role

The Department of Finance invites applications for the senior management role of Head of Finance. This is a senior management role and an exciting opportunity to leading the financial function of the organisation and primarily responsible for the Department’s Finance and Exchequer Units.

As a member of senior management you will have the opportunity to actively contribute to the achievement of the Department’s strategic objectives and will be responsible for all aspects of financial control, including statutory and regulatory requirements, financial reporting, and budget development.

The Department of Finance is committed to championing an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects modern Ireland and the people we serve. The Department encourages applications from diverse, qualified candidates to ensure it is a true reflection of Irish society and shall have regard to the desirability for gender balance, diversity and inclusion when making appointments.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead and manage the Finance and Exchequer Units;
• Responsibility for ensuring that all the Department’s obligations to the Comptroller and Auditor General (C&AG) in the operation of the Central Fund are met;
• Oversight of the annual Estimates process;
• Lead on the formation, development and review of finance strategies, policies and procedures;
• Keeping the Secretary General and the Executive Board informed on all budgetary matters within the Department;
• Responsibility for management and development of Departmental risk processes and procedures, management of the compliance function, including the roles of Data Protection Officer and Procurement Officer.
• Leading and managing the teams operating within a collaborative team working environment.

Please see Candidate Information Booklet for more information on this role and how to apply.