Finance And Business Change Specialist Ballina/Hybrid
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- Contract Reporting to the Director of Finance and Corporate Services, this temporary contract via Cpl operates at the intersection of finance transformation, governance, and systems modernisation.
The organisationan established, publicly accountable bodyhas embarked on a strategic renewal of its financial infrastructure and operational frameworks.
This role will spearhead critical finance system upgrades, procurement re-alignments, and business process reforms that underpin long-term organisational efficiency and accountability.
This role is suitable for someone living within a commutable distance to Ballina, Co.
Mayo to allow for weekly/hybrid working arrangements.
RESPONSIBILITIES Lead the end-to-end coordination and delivery of finance system upgrades, ensuring seamless transition to cloud-based platforms and future scalability.
Drive functional reviews and process redesigns to strengthen financial control, accuracy, and transparency.
Oversee the implementation of commitment accounting and forecasting frameworks to enhance financial governance.
Support and manage re-procurement initiatives for payroll and finance solutions, aligning with compliance and value-for-money standards.
Contribute strategic insight to cross-directorate transformation programmes, reinforcing organisational maturity.
Partner with senior stakeholders to evaluate operating models and propose data-driven improvement strategies.
Coordinate third-party reviews of the finance function and oversee corresponding action plans.
Ensure effective business continuity through proactive risk analysis and operational alignment.
Embed continuous improvement principles within finance operations to drive sustainable performance.
Provide subject-matter expertise across procurement, legal, and compliance intersections.
Mentor internal colleagues, strengthening business acumen and systems fluency across the wider function.
REQUIREMENTS Recognised professional accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA) or equivalent experience.
Proven track record in financial management within complex or regulated environments, ideally public sector.
Demonstrated success leading finance system transformations, upgrades, or re-procurement projects.
In-depth understanding of financial management systems, controls, and reporting structures.
Experience managing payroll operations and associated compliance frameworks.
Strategic grasp of governance, audit, and regulatory compliance within public-sector finance.
Competence in project and change management, including stakeholder engagement and structured delivery.
Credibility in analysing complex processes and translating insights into actionable solutions.
Strong communication skills, with the ability to influence at multiple levels and engage cross-functionally.
High analytical acumen, balancing precision with pragmatic judgment. xsokbrc
Advanced IT literacy, particularly in finance platforms and data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, BI software).
For more information, please contact #LI-PKCABC Skills: payroll transformation process improvement procurement finance systems upgrades