Summary of the role
Join the Leave No Trace Ireland Team: Finance Manager
Permanent, full-time | Westport, Co. Mayo | Hybrid working
Leave No Trace Ireland is hiring a Finance Manager to lead our finance function and support the organisation’s continued growth, sustainability and strong financial governance.
As a member of our Senior Management Team, you’ll work closely with the CEO, Board, Finance, Audit & Risk Committee and colleagues across the organisation. You’ll be responsible for the overall financial management of LNTI, including financial planning and strategy, statutory reporting, budgeting and forecasting, fund management, financial controls, payroll, compliance and financial reporting.
This is a senior role with an important part to play in ensuring that our financial systems, processes and reporting continue to support our mission and the work we do to promote responsible enjoyment of Ireland’s outdoors.
What we offer
- Salary: circa €65,000, depending on experience
- Permanent, full-time position
- 24 days annual leave
- Paid sick leave
- 1.5% company pension contribution
- Time off in lieu
- Hybrid and flexible working
- Bike to Work scheme
- Support for professional development and CPD, including SORP training and professional body subscriptions
You’ll join a friendly, values-driven team working across Ireland to promote responsible enjoyment of the natural environment through education, training, research and partnerships.
Responsibilities of the role
The Finance Manager will:
- Lead LNTI’s financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management.
- Prepare accurate and timely management accounts and financial reports for the CEO, Senior Management Team, FAR Committee and Board.
- Lead the preparation of annual statutory financial statements in line with the Charities SORP (FRS 102) and relevant accounting and statutory requirements.
- Oversee restricted, designated and unrestricted funds and financial reporting to funders and statutory partners.
- Manage the year-end process and act as the main point of contact for external auditors.
- Maintain and develop strong financial controls, policies, procedures and accounting systems.
- Provide financial advice, analysis and scenario planning to support organisational and strategic decision-making.
- Support project leads and budget holders across the organisation to manage budgets effectively.
- Line manage and support the professional development of the Finance and Fundraising Officer.
- Contribute to organisational planning and strategy as a member of the Senior Management Team.
Requirements
We’re looking for a professionally qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CPA or CIMA) with at least 5 years’ post-qualification or equivalent experience in financial and management accounting.
You’ll need strong accounts preparation experience, excellent attention to detail and the ability to communicate financial information clearly to a range of audiences.
Experience of charity accounting, including restricted fund accounting and the Charities SORP (FRS 102), is desirable, as is experience with grant-funded organisations, statutory contracts and multiple funding streams.
We’re also looking for someone who can lead collaboratively, support colleagues, identify opportunities for improvement and bring a practical, solutions-focused approach to the role.
Most importantly, you’ll have a genuine interest in Leave No Trace Ireland’s mission and the work we do to protect and care for Ireland’s outdoors.
Placeholder
Leave No Trace is Ireland’s only Outdoor Ethics Education Programme designed to promote and inspire responsible outdoor recreation. Techniques designed to minimise the environmental and social impacts in these areas are incorporated in and promoted by the national Leave No Trace education programme as the following seven principles:
- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Be Considerate of Others
- Respect Farm Animals and Wildlife
- Travel and Camp Responsibly
- Leave What You Find
- Dispose of Waste Properly
- Protect Nature from Fire.
Placeholder
Please send your CV and a cover letter explaining why you are suitable for the role to:
Please use “Finance Manager” as the subject line.
Closing date: 14 October 2026 at 5pm
Interviews will take place during the week of 19 October 2026. If you cannot attend that week, please mention this in your application.
The preferred candidate will be asked to provide two references, ideally from recent employers.
The start date is as soon as possible, subject to the successful candidate’s availability. The role is subject to a three-month probationary period.
If you need this information in a different format, or would like to apply in a different way, please let us know and we will make arrangements.
Leave No Trace Ireland is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.
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