Finance Officer in Clarinbridge

About the Role

Corlann (formerly Brothers of Charity Services Ireland) is seeking a permanent, full-time Finance Officer (Grade VI) to join its Finance Department in the West Region. The role is based in Kilcornan House, Clarinbridge, Co. Galway, with travel required to various service locations throughout the Region.

The Finance Officer will provide financial management, reporting, compliance and business support across the West Region, supporting service managers and budget holders. Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing and reviewing monthly management accounts and financial reports
• Completing month-end processes including journals, accruals, prepayments and reconciliations
• Supporting the preparation of annual financial statements and year-end processes
• Assisting internal and external auditors and implementing audit recommendations
• Supporting the administration, monitoring and audit of Persons Supported finances
• Assisting with annual budget preparation, forecasting and financial planning
• Providing finance training and support to managers, staff and colleagues
• Contributing to the development and improvement of financial systems, processes and procedures

The role offers a broad range of experience across financial reporting, budgeting, compliance, service support and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Essential:

• Qualified ACA, ACCA, CPA or CIMA accountant
• Minimum of four years' relevant experience in auditing, accounting, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, or a related finance environment
• Advanced IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and financial systems
• Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to explain financial information to non-financial staff
• Experience providing training, guidance and support to colleagues
• Full clean Class B driving licence and access to own transport

Desirable:

• Experience working within the healthcare, disability or not-for-profit sector
• Experience of financial systems development and process improvement
• Knowledge of devolved budgeting principles
• Experience of financial software packages and Power BI

Details

• Salary: €58,477–€71,441 per year (Department of Health Grade VI salary scale)
• Contract Type: Permanent, full-time, pensionable
• Hours: 35 hours per week based on a 5-day duty roster; hours may vary between 8am and 8pm to meet service requirements
• Annual Leave: 30 days per annum
• Probation: Nine months
• Travel: Own car required; travelling expenses paid for duty-related travel
• Location: Kilcornan House, Clarinbridge, Co. Galway (with travel to various service locations in the West Region)
• Closing Date: 5pm, Tuesday 24th November 2026
• Interview Date: Friday 4th December 2026

How to Apply

Informal enquiries to Martin Gardiner, Finance Manager, at 087 3767957 or [email protected].

Apply online by the closing date of 5pm, Tuesday 24th November 2026.