Cork University Maternity Hospital is seeking a Grade VI Assistant Financial Analyst to support financial governance, budgeting, and reporting within a complex acute maternity service. This role plays a key part in ensuring financial controls, compliance, and informed decision-making across hospital services.
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Key Responsibilities
• Support the preparation and monitoring of annual budgets and forecasts
• Assist with monthly financial reporting, variance analysis, and performance reviews
• Contribute to cost control initiatives and value-for-money assessments
• Support financial compliance with HSE and Department of Health policies
• Assist in the preparation of business cases and financial submissions
• Work closely with clinical and operational managers to provide financial insight
• Support audit processes and respond to internal and external financial queries
Required Skills & Qualifications
• Relevant third-level qualification in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related discipline
• Demonstrable experience in financial analysis, budgeting, or management accounting
• Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet reporting deadlines
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage non-financial stakeholders
• Proficiency in financial systems and Microsoft Excel
• Eligibility to work in the Irish public health service
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
• Salary in line with the Grade VI (0574) Consolidated HSE Salary Scale, as sanctioned under Department of Health Circulars effective from 1 August 2025
• Permanent whole-time contract (standard HSE working hours)
• Public service pension scheme
• Annual leave and sick leave in accordance with HSE terms and conditions
• Access to training, professional development, and career progression opportunities
Salary scales are governed by national public service pay agreements
Location & Employer Information
Cork University Maternity Hospital is a leading specialist maternity hospital providing obstetric, neonatal, and gynaecological services to the South West region. The hospital operates within the HSE South West health region and works closely with Cork University Hospital and academic partners to deliver high-quality patient care.
Employer governance and recruitment standards are aligned with HSE national policies
Application Details
• Apply online via the official HSE recruitment platform
• External Application Link: http://rezoomo.com/job/90760
• Informal Enquiries:
Alan Murphy, Finance Manager, Cork University Maternity Hospital
Tel: 087 2360642
Email: [email protected]
Important Eligibility Information
This competition is restricted to current employees of the HSE, TUSLA, Section 38 agencies, or statutory health agencies in accordance with WRC Agreement 161867.
Last Day to Apply: 26 January 2026 at 12:00 PM
