Financial Consulting Manager

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The Position

We are seeking an experienced and results-oriented Decision Support and Financial Accountant to join our team. This role is designed for a professional with a strong accountancy background, preferably with experience in consultancy and a track record of delivering financial insights and reporting within the public sector in Ireland. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in providing high-quality decision support, financial analysis, and strategic reporting to enable effective resource allocation and policy implementation.

Decision Support

• Provide financial modelling, financial insights and data-driven recommendations to support strategic and operational decisions.
• Conduct cost analyses, scenario planning, and financial forecasting to inform resource optimisation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop financial strategies aligned with public sector objectives.
• Perform, inform and manage end to end budget cycles.
• Lead the preparation and administration of monthly management reports and finance function tasks, such as:
  • Monthly management accounts, Cost centre reports to facilitate budget monitoring and expenditure analysis.
  • Month-end bank reconciliation, journal preparation, reconciliation of retail creditors, reviewing monthly reconciliation reports, VAT monitoring and reporting.
• Support the preparation, review and presentation of financial statements and financial reports in compliance with public sector reporting standards and regulations in Ireland.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting to internal and external stakeholders, including government departments and oversight bodies.
• Monitor financial performance and recommend corrective actions to ensure alignment with budgets and funding requirements.

Compliance and Governance

• Ensure adherence to public financial management principles, including compliance with relevant frameworks.
• Provide guidance on financial governance, risk management, and internal control best practices.
• Support audits and reviews by maintaining robust documentation and addressing audit queries.

Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement

• Build strong relationships with public sector clients, government agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Work closely with finance, operations, and project teams to drive efficiency and value creation.
• Communicate complex financial information in a clear and concise manner to non-financial stakeholders.

Ideal Candidate

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• Professional accountancy qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA) is required.
• Proven experience in financial reporting and decision support, ideally within the Irish public sector.
• Consultancy experience is highly desirable, particularly in financial advisory roles for public sector organizations.
• Advanced proficiency in financial systems and data analysis tools.
• Strong Microsoft Excel knowledge and skills.
• Strong understanding of public sector financial frameworks.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Collaborative and client focused mindset with a commitment to delivering high-quality outputs.
• Problem solving and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Experience working with government departments, state agencies, or public sector organizations in Ireland.
• Familiarity with financial reporting standards and tools used in the public sector.
• Demonstrated ability to lead or contribute to consultancy projects.
• Experience with Oracle E-Business Suite or equivalent financial management system.
• Experience with finance system migrations and upgrades.
• Deliver consultancy assignments related to financial reporting, decision support, and strategic financial planning.
• Support the development and implementation of public sector financial management strategies and tools.
• Provide training or workshops to public sector teams on financial analysis and reporting best practices.

Forvis Mazars is an Equal Opportunities Employer.