Director of Finance

About the role

The Director of Finance will report directly to the Chief Executive of Longford County Council and lead the Authority’s finance function. As a senior member of the Management Team, the role combines strategic oversight with day‑to‑day financial leadership in a public‑sector environment.

Key responsibilities

• Lead, develop and manage the finance department across the Authority.
• Provide independent, objective financial advice to senior leadership.
• Contribute to the strategic planning and management of the Council’s financial resources.
• Oversee financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance with statutory requirements.
• Support broader organisational management tasks as required by the Senior Management Team.

Required profile

• Extensive experience in senior finance roles, preferably within the public sector.
• Proven ability to manage large finance teams and complex budgets.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.
• Commitment to high‑performance culture and public‑service values.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to influence the financial direction of a major local authority.
• Collaborative senior leadership environment.
• Commitment to equal opportunity employment.