Head of Finance - Charity, Kildare

A+F Recruitment is partnering with a leading international NGO to appoint a Head of Finance.

This is a senior finance role overseeing finance operations across multiple international locations, providing strategic financial leadership in a complex, multi currency environment.

The successful candidate will partner closely with the Executive Leadership Team and Board, leading financial planning, governance, risk management, reporting, treasury, and finance transformation initiatives.

The role offers the opportunity to lead an established finance function, supporting impactful programmes across Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Middle East.

Responsibilities

Oversee audits, controls, and risk management

Drive budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning

Manage treasury, cashflow, and FX exposure

Lead the annual budgeting process and mid‑year reviews

Lead finance systems and transformation projects

Partner with senior leadership and provide strategic financial support across all divisions and country offices

Support donor compliance and international funding

Lead and develop a high performing finance team

Key requirements

Qualified accountant, ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CPA

8+ years PQE within a senior finance leadership roles

Experience operating across multi entity and/or international environments

Strong background in governance, compliance, budgeting, controls, and stakeholder management

Extensive experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis

Previous experience leading sizeable finance teams

Experience in the charity or not‑for‑profit sector desirable not essential

Hybrid working model with excellent benefits and strong work life balance policies in place.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a purpose driven organisation with significant international impact.

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