Senior Finance Officer – Vacancy

About Us

Altura Credit Union Ltd is proud to serve nearly 56,000 Members across ten locations with over €262 million of assets under management. We are currently recruiting for the position of Senior Finance Officer to join the Credit Union. This full-time and permanent position reports directly to the Head of Finance.

Job Purpose

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Finance Officer to join our team. This pivotal role will contribute to the day-to-day operations of the Finance Department, ensuring timely financial reporting, strong internal controls, and compliance with regulatory requirements.

This position presents strong career development prospects and plays a vital role in the credit union’s succession planning for the future finance function. It offers an excellent opportunity for a candidate eager to expand their experience and pursue further growth within the credit union sector

Main Responsibilities

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting strategic financial planning, working with a high-performing team, and contributing to the overall financial health and governance of the credit union.

In addition to core finance responsibilities, the Senior Finance Officer will champion continuous improvement initiatives, foster a culture of excellence, and contribute as part of the team liaising during audits and regulatory reviews. This is an exciting opportunity for a finance professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and is eager to make a meaningful impact within a values-driven organisation.

Key Responsibilities/ Accountabilities:

• Work alongside the Head of Finance to ensure the effective day-to-day operations of the finance function.
• Adherence to Financial Governance & regulations and internal policy and procedures
• Prepare daily End of Day office routines and reconciliations
• Monthly review and sign off of bank and cash reconciliations
• Maintenance of the Fixed Asset Register
• Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Ensure compliance with Quarterly and Annual returns to Revenue commissioners.
• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets, financial projections, and AGM reports
• Facilitate interim and annual audit.

Competencies Required:

• Strong analytical, organisational and communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• A proactive, detail-orientated, and collaborative approach
• High standards of professionalism, integrity, and ethical conduct.

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in accountancy practice or a financial management role, ideally in a regulated environment.

This position will be a full-time position and will be subject to a minimum probationary period of 6 months and primarily based at our Head Office in Gorey, Co. Wexford.

Remuneration will be commensurate with qualifications & experience.

The role is full time, 37.50 hours per week.

Closing date for applications extended and will be 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday the 2nd of Septembert 2025.

Short listing may apply, and assessment will be completed based on the information provided in the application.

Altura Credit Union Limited supports a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Altura Credit Union Limited is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland.

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