Opportunity: Create seeks Finance Manager (Maternity cover)

Create is currently recruiting for a Finance Manager on a Maternity Cover basis (4 days per week).

The role of Finance Manager is key to the organisation providing quality services to artists and communities across Ireland and the smooth management and administration of the organisation’s work.

The Finance Manager is a busy, varied and collaborative role which presents the successful candidate with an opportunity to make a real contribution to the organisation’s development and to its continued success in supporting artists and communities across Ireland. In particular, it requires someone with a strong aptitude for financial and administrative tasks and good interpersonal skills.

The Salary will be €41,158 per annum (€51,448 full-time equivalent) with a 6-month probationary period. The deadline for applications is 5pm, Friday 25th July 2025.

Responsibilities and Person Specification

The Finance Manager will be responsible for the management of the organisation’s financial operations.

Selected Duties

• To manage and maintain accounts, budgets, cash flows and appropriate reporting on funded activities
• To oversee operations related to financial management and accounting in accordance with current policies – including attending to data entry; filing of documentation; processing payments; bank reconciliations; and maintaining accurate accounting records
• To manage the contracts and liaise with the organisation’s suppliers and external contractors
• To provide assistance to the Director in the areas of finance, HR, company law and charity governance

As an important liaison between colleagues, diverse artists, communities and external stakeholders, the role requires strong communications skills combined with meticulous handling of financial and administrative tasks.

The ideal candidate has strong financial management experience and a familiarity with the arts and/ or charity sector funding, reporting and compliance. They have proven administrative skills demonstrating the ability to manage financial and technical tasks, display a sound understanding of issues around equality, accessibility and health & safety, and an understanding and appreciation of the role of arts and culture in communities.

Please consult the Job Specification document for further information on the expectations and specifications for this role.

Job Specification

Application Process

Applications should consist of a cover letter, outlining why you are suitable for this role – including relevant qualifications and experience – along with a full CV and two named referees.

Completed applications should be submitted by email to recruitment[at]create-ireland.ie with “Finance Manager (Maternity Cover)” in the subject line.

The deadline for applications is Friday 25^th July 2025. Applications received after the closing date and time will not be accepted.

Interviews will be arranged with suitable candidates between 6-8 August 2025.

Access and Data Protection

Create is committed to equal opportunities and diversity in its employment policy, practices and procedures. If you feel you need assistance with your application or need to apply in a different format, please contact recruitment[at]create-ireland.ie or phone (01) 473 6600 with details.

Create is committed to respecting and protecting the privacy of applicants. We collect different kinds of personal data about prospective employees to manage the recruitment process and meet our legal obligations. It is Create’s policy that this information is processed in accordance with Data Protection law. Records relating to the recruitment process will be retained for 1 year.