Financial Accountant, Grade VII (Confined to Finance ) (01.024(2026))

Dublin - Ireland

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 19 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Expression of Interest

Job Title: Financial Accountant Grade VII (Confined to Finance Directorate)
Reference No: 01.024(2026)*
Department / Directorate: Finance Directorate
Reports to:Senior Finance Accountant or Deputy

Tallaght University Hospital (TUH) is a model 4 voluntary academic teaching hospital partnered with Trinity College and situated in south west Dublin. With a staff of over 4000 people from 63 different countries it provides both acute and tertiary care to an increasing population of circa 800000 people and is a provider of local regional and national specialties. It is also a National Urology Centre the second largest provider of dialysis services in the country Pelvic and Acetabulum National Centre and a designated Trauma Unit.

The Hospital is part of the newly established HSE Dublin & Midlands Region which serves a population of over 1.2 million across seven counties and operates under the governance of an independent Board of Directors who give their time on a voluntary basis. TUH is also supported by the Adelaide Health Foundation the Meath Foundation and Tallaght University Hospital Foundation.

TUH recognises the role it plays in our community both as an employer and provider of healthcare and is committed to building a sustainable future for our region both now and into the future with a focus on patient outcomes.

The Hospital is ambitious recognising that healthcare delivery is undergoing seismic change and will be different now and into the future largely due to digital and technological advances along with research continuing to discover and test new treatment options. TUH wants to be a leader in determining that future. It is a Hospital without Walls always looking to optimise care both within and beyond in line with the Sláintecare vision of providing the right care in the right place at the right time whilst empowering our patients and staff.

TUH Vision and Values
The vision of the Hospital is People Caring for People to Live Better Lives through excellent health outcomes supported by evidenced based practice positive patient and staff experience in an empowering and caring environment. A culture of innovation and quality improvement in everything we do.
Our TUH CARE values for patients their families our community and staff are:

Collaborate together and with our academic and care partners
Achieve our goals positive outcomes and wellbeing
Respect for patients each other and our environment
Equity for patients and staff

At TUH we view our staff as our most valuable asset and every member of the Team is valued equally. We recognise that a skilled satisfied and motivated workforce is a prerequisite to high quality care.

A full overview of TUH is available on us

overview of role:
Qualifications & Experience required
Must have:
Each candidate must on the latest date for receiving completed application forms for the office -

Current membership of a recognized or prescribed accountancy body such as ACCA CPA ACMA CIMA ACA or an equivalent accountancy body in another jurisdiction.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels of the organization with strong influencing skills
Proven service delivery background strong commercial acumen
Practical experience of use of IT systems / packages
Fluent command and understanding of the English language to include spoken and written word.

Desirable:

Working knowledge of SAP financials
3 years experience in a fast-paced Health organization

Key Duties & Responsibilities:
GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITY

Responsible and accountable for the accounting accuracy and full and complete reconciliation of a selection of the following balance sheet accounting profiles i.e. current asset (including bank reconciliation and liquidity management) current liability and capital/fixed asset accounting.

The post holder will be required to keep abreast of relevant regulations/legislation/taxation and accounting standards as applicable to one or more of the following assigned Financial Accounting Divisions i.e. payroll accounts payable or accounts addition the post holder will be required to continually monitor the relevant assigned division and provide assurance to senior management of compliance or otherwise with relevant regulations/legislation/taxation and accounting standards.

To assist in the production of monthly and annual financial statements to an agreed timetable.

To assist in making all relevant information and explanations available to the hospitals external auditors and to assist in taking appropriate action in relation to relevant issues raised in the Audit Report and/or Management Letter.

Be the finance support on Capital Committee projects.

To support and contribute to the development of enhanced financial systems.

To assist in the contribution to the development of common accounting standards and procedures etc. as may be appropriate within the healthcare sector.

To oversee the planning and organising of the divisions workload in order to maintain a high level of effectiveness.

To ensure that the financial accounting systems support the development of the hospital management systems; to work closely with Management Accounting in this regard.

To assist in the maintenance of the financial controls and procedures documentation

To assist in ensuring that all financial and accounting policies are applied consistently on an ongoing basis.

To assist in ensuring that appropriate systems of internal control are in place and operational such that appropriate assurances can be given to the Board in this regard.

Overseeing the effective management of the hospitals cash resources; to be familiar with developments in Treasury Management.

To keep informed and up to date on relevant developments in relation to accounting and related IT matters and to promote/implement improvements as appropriate.

To assist the Financial Accountant Management Accountant and Director of Finance in the discharge of his/her duties and to undertake special assignments and/or other duties as may be agreed.
The Post Holder will demonstrate excellent analytical and conceptual thinking capability to organise and interpret financial information and challenge business decisions against strategic plan objectives.
The ability to manage and motivate staff and work successfully within a team with a focus on quality of work speed of execution and results is vital to success in this role.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

The post holder will report to the Senior Financial Accountant.
The post holder will be required to provide cross cover for other personnel within the Finance Department and undertake a full range of duties to include general administration.
The post holder will communicate when required with external bodies i.e. C&AG HSE DOHC SDU and other external agencies etc. and communicate internally with all other divisions within the Finance Department.

Reward & Recognition

Remuneration is in accordance with the Department of Health Consolidated Salary Scales grade code 0582
The appointment is fulltime temporary and pensionable.

The annual leave entitlement is 30 working days per year. The leave year runs from 1st April to the 31st of March each year

Normal working hours are 35 worked over 5days. Your contracted hours of work are liable to change between the hours of 8 am to 8 pm over 7 days to meet the requirements for extended day services in accordance with the terms of the Framework Agreement

Application process
Applications can be submitted on-line at by completing the application form and attaching your CV. Candidates should be aware that when applying for a post through the On-Line Application System (Candidate Manager) they will receive an automated replying acknowledging receipt of their application. Should you for any reason not receive this automated acknowledgement you should notify the Human Resources Department before the closing date otherwise your application will not be considered.
All candidates should note that in order to maintain a timely process the closing date and time for receipt of applications will be strictly adhered to.

Informal Enquiries to: Elaine Clarke Senior Financial Accountant email
Closing Date: Before close of business on: 23rd January 2026

TUH Core Competencies:

Core Area	Competency	Level
Managing the service	Quality & Safety of Service	4
Managing the service	Delivery of Results	4
Managing Change	Problem Solving & Decision Making	4
Managing Change	Communications & Influencing	4
Managing Yourself	Team player	4
Managing Yourself	Planning and Organising	4
Managing People	People Management	4
Managing People	Leadership	4

Please go to for details of the core competencies

Expression of InterestJob Title: Financial Accountant Grade VII (Confined to Finance Directorate)Reference No: 01.024(2026)*Department / Directorate: Finance DirectorateReports to:Senior Finance Accountant or DeputyTallaght University Hospital (TUH) is a model 4 voluntary...

Collaborate together and with our academic and care partners
Achieve our goals positive outcomes and wellbeing
Respect for patients each other and our environment
Equity for patients and staff

Current membership of a recognized or prescribed accountancy body such as ACCA CPA ACMA CIMA ACA or an equivalent accountancy body in another jurisdiction.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels of the organization with strong influencing skills
Proven service delivery background strong commercial acumen
Practical experience of use of IT systems / packages
Fluent command and understanding of the English language to include spoken and written word.

Desirable:

Working knowledge of SAP financials
3 years experience in a fast-paced Health organization

Key Duties & Responsibilities:
GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITY

Responsible and accountable for the accounting accuracy and full and complete reconciliation of a selection of the following balance sheet accounting profiles i.e. current asset (including bank reconciliation and liquidity management) current liability and capital/fixed asset accounting.

The post holder will be required to keep abreast of relevant regulations/legislation/taxation and accounting standards as applicable to one or more of the following assigned Financial Accounting Divisions i.e. payroll accounts payable or accounts addition the post holder will be required to continually monitor the relevant assigned division and provide assurance to senior management of compliance or otherwise with relevant regulations/legislation/taxation and accounting standards.

To assist in the production of monthly and annual financial statements to an agreed timetable.

To assist in making all relevant information and explanations available to the hospitals external auditors and to assist in taking appropriate action in relation to relevant issues raised in the Audit Report and/or Management Letter.

Be the finance support on Capital Committee projects.

To support and contribute to the development of enhanced financial systems.

To assist in the contribution to the development of common accounting standards and procedures etc. as may be appropriate within the healthcare sector.

To oversee the planning and organising of the divisions workload in order to maintain a high level of effectiveness.

To ensure that the financial accounting systems support the development of the hospital management systems; to work closely with Management Accounting in this regard.

To assist in the maintenance of the financial controls and procedures documentation

To assist in ensuring that all financial and accounting policies are applied consistently on an ongoing basis.

To assist in ensuring that appropriate systems of internal control are in place and operational such that appropriate assurances can be given to the Board in this regard.

Overseeing the effective management of the hospitals cash resources; to be familiar with developments in Treasury Management.

To keep informed and up to date on relevant developments in relation to accounting and related IT matters and to promote/implement improvements as appropriate.

To assist the Financial Accountant Management Accountant and Director of Finance in the discharge of his/her duties and to undertake special assignments and/or other duties as may be agreed.
The Post Holder will demonstrate excellent analytical and conceptual thinking capability to organise and interpret financial information and challenge business decisions against strategic plan objectives.
The ability to manage and motivate staff and work successfully within a team with a focus on quality of work speed of execution and results is vital to success in this role.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

The post holder will report to the Senior Financial Accountant.
The post holder will be required to provide cross cover for other personnel within the Finance Department and undertake a full range of duties to include general administration.
The post holder will communicate when required with external bodies i.e. C&AG HSE DOHC SDU and other external agencies etc. and communicate internally with all other divisions within the Finance Department.

Reward & Recognition

Remuneration is in accordance with the Department of Health Consolidated Salary Scales grade code 0582
The appointment is fulltime temporary and pensionable.

The annual leave entitlement is 30 working days per year. The leave year runs from 1st April to the 31st of March each year

Normal working hours are 35 worked over 5days. Your contracted hours of work are liable to change between the hours of 8 am to 8 pm over 7 days to meet the requirements for extended day services in accordance with the terms of the Framework Agreement

Core Area	Competency	Level
Managing the service	Quality & Safety of Service	4
Managing the service	Delivery of Results	4
Managing Change	Problem Solving & Decision Making	4
Managing Change	Communications & Influencing	4
Managing Yourself	Team player	4
Managing Yourself	Planning and Organising	4
Managing People	People Management	4
Managing People	Leadership	4