Join Our Team - Finance Assistant Role

Ballyconnell Credit Union have a vacancy for a Finance Assistant. This is a part-time position reporting to our Finance Manager and subject to a satisfactory 6-month probation period. The successful candidate will join a team of professional staff at our offices in Ballyconnell delivering a high standard of Member Service and performing a range of supporting duties.

Overview of Role

Ballyconnell Credit Union is a Community based Credit Union supporting approximately 13,000 Members through offices in Ballinamore, Carrigallen and Swanlinbar. The Finance Assistant role will report to our Finance Manager in managing a substantial Balance Sheet with associated Loans, Savings and Investment portfolios to the highest Regulatory standards.

Role Responsibilities

• Reconciliation of General Ledger and a range of bank accounts covering day-to-day operations, incoming/outgoing payments and investment movements.
• Assist in the posting of monthly journals, accruals, prepayments and the preparation of the monthly Management Accounts.
• Administer the Staff payroll and associated Revenue returns.
• Assist in Statutory returns to Revenue and Central Bank of Ireland.
• Manage accounts payable.
• Support the Finance Manager in annual external audit and regular internal audits.
• Assist in the preparation of financial forecasting.
• Any additional duties assigned by the Finance Manager.

Role Requirements

• Credit Union experience would be an advantage but not essential.
• A minimum standard of Accounting Technician is required.
• Commitment to maintaining Minimum Competency regulatory standards.
• Excellent IT skills in general and Excel proficiency in particular.
• Payroll experience.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills.

Pay will be commensurate with the nature of the role and your experience. A contributory pension and other benefits are available. If you’d like to join our Team, please send a CV and Cover Letter in confidence to Barry O’Flynn at b.oflynn@ballyconnellcu.ie by July 28^th 2025. Ballyconnell Credit Union is an Equal Opportunities employer and is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. Canvassing will disqualify.