About the organization 

Friends of the Earth Ireland is a community at the heart of the growing movement here for a just world with zero pollution. Our mission is to campaign and build movement power to bring about the system change we need for a just world where people and nature thrive. We are trying to change the world in the face of opposition from powerful vested interests and we need committed, energetic and flexible people on our team. 

About the role 

Reporting to the Head of Finance and Compliance, the successful candidate will deliver crucial financial support for advancing one of our four organisational goals: To ensure Friends of the Earth has the robust governance and effective management systems, and the appropriate financial resources, to maximise our impact and to cultivate a positive working environment. The climate crisis is in the public mind like never before and Friends of the Earth is growing as Ireland and the world step up efforts to cuts emissions fast enough to prevent complete climate breakdown. This is a role for someone with strong financial skills and enthusiasm for working in a dynamic, multi-programmes led organisation.

About You 

Essential skills or experience: 

• A recognised professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, etc.), finalist or an accounting degree. 

• Minimum of two years relevant work experience.

• Strong track record of consistently maintaining accuracy and attention to detail while delivering on time 

• Experience in using accounting software, prior experience of Iplicit and/or Quickbooks would be an advantage. 

• Experience in using payroll software, prior experience with Brightpay is an advantage. 

• Advanced IT skills and excellent knowledge of MS Office, in particular Excel (Intermediate to Advanced) 

Desirable skills or experience: 

• Prior audit experience 

• Knowledge of Charities SORP accounting standards and practice 

• Experience of FRS102 accounting standards 

• Experience with cost allocation between multiple project grants and funding bodies 

• Experience working with collaborative digital tools such as Salesforce, Slack, ClickUp or similar 

• Experience working in a not-for-profit organisation

Personal attributes and competencies: 

• Commitment to the mission, vision and values of Friends of the Earth. 

• Ability to work with a diversity of people, communities, and cultures. 

• Awareness of confidentiality and the ability to deal with sensitive queries 

• Strong team player with excellent listening skills and interpersonal communication skills. 

• Ability to use initiative, think creatively and work independently. 

• High degree of analytical, conceptual and problem-solving skills. 

• Ability to respond quickly to external events and demands while maintaining organisational priorities and goals.

What We Offer 

• Competitive Salary with annual pay review
• Employer Pension Contribution
• TaxSaver Commuter Scheme 
• Bike to Work Scheme 
• Training and Development Opportunities
• Flexible Working Hours 
• Hybrid Working