Financial Reporting Coordinator | Public Sector

Financial Reporting Coordinator | Public Sector At Staffline Recruitment we are working on behalf of our Public Sector client who have an urgent requirement for a Financial Reporting Coordinator to take up a 6 month contract within their finance function. Working as part of the organisation's Programme Finance unit, the purpose of this role is to provide robust and appropriate financial management systems, processes & controls for the delivery of government grant programmes. The role holder will be responsible for ensuring all funds are managed effectively and payments to funded groups and participants on schemes are made accurately and as scheduled. Key responsibilities will include : Operational management of the financial payment and reporting processes for grant programmes. Ensure that all financial payment and reporting systems of programmes are up to date and fit for purpose. Provide supports to funders for their relevant programmes including EU programmes. Quality Control - oversight of data quality and validity; responsible for liaising with the finance manager where quality issues are identified. Develop and amendment of financial procedures to ensure that all finance staff have clear direction on the tasks they must complete. Input into financial elements of the programme requirements / operations manuals. Analysis of relevant and up to date financial data to inform decision making at management level. Responsible for the preparation of financial reports for both internal and external use within required timelines. Responsible for the completion of debtor management processes and the accurate decommittal of grantee funds as appropriate. Manage assigned staff, ensuring they are equipped with a clear understanding of requirements and expectations; are developed, supported, performance managed and valued as employees Lead with an agile mind-set, focused on problem solving through creative solutions, and thrive in a fast paced, high growth environment. Work in collaboration with unit manager to ensure the correct team resources are in the right place, at the right time. Develop and manage effective relationships with external stakeholders, departments and with grantees to ensure optimal coordination of supports to services. Liaise with Internal and external auditors, i.e. CAR, Comptroller & Auditor General (C&AG), Department Auditors etc. Interested applicants will meet the following requirements : Professional recognised accounting qualification or to be part qualified or Relevant Third Level qualification (e.g., Degree) or equivalent is desirable, 3 years minimum experience in financial management and reporting. Proven experience of monitoring, tracking and analysing financial data to inform management decision making. Proven experience in providing financial reports to management and external stakeholders, i.e. funders Proficient in MS packages e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook, financial accounting systems, SharePoint portals This role will be offered as a 6 month contract with a salary of €58, 255 and all applicants must be available for immediate employment. To apply, please send a copy of your cv for immediate review to Laura Craughwell at Staffline Recruitment via the enclosed link. Skills : public sector hybrid accounting financial reporting finance Manager Benefits : Work From Home