Head of Finance
Our client, Tallaght and District Credit Union (TDCU), is seeking to recruit a Head of Finance to support the strategic and financial development of the organisation.
The Role
The Head of Finance will be responsible for overseeing and enhancing the financial management, reporting, and strategic financial planning functions of the credit union including the effective management of financial statements, budgeting, corporate services, investment portfolio, and compliance with regulatory requirements, particularly in the context of the ongoing strategic development of the credit union.
About the Credit Union and the Finance Function
TDCU, located in Tallaght village, serves the financial needs of the Tallaght community. The credit union offers a range of financial products and services, including savings accounts, loans, and insurance, all with competitive rates and low fees. It has embarked on a number of strategic developments in recent years including its merger with neighbouring Firhouse Credit Union, the refurbishment of its offices, the deployment of digital, AI and automated tools across areas of its business, and the strengthening of the senior management team. It is poised to offer mortgages to the communities of Tallaght in the coming months.
The Finance Function underwent a review and successful enhancement in early 2025 to ensure it was fit for purpose to meet the requirements of the strategic plan and merger which was completed in June 2025. The Head of Finance will join the senior management team including the Head of Lending and Projects, Head of Operations and IT, Head of Risk and Compliance reporting to the CEO.
TDCU employs 25 people, manages c.€100 million in assets, and serves a membership of 22,000 in 2 offices and online or by phone.
The Head of Finance role is expected to become a Pre-Approval Controlled Function (PCF) role once the Credit Union exceeds €100 million in assets, subject to regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities of the Role
Oversee the credit union's Asset Liability Management (ALM) function, ensuring effective management of interest rate risk, liquidity risk, and balance sheet optimisation to maintain financial stability and sustainability.
Oversee the management of the balance sheet and key ratio management, ensuring financial stability and sustainability, and continuous improvements benchmarked with the best in the sector and the competition.
Develop and implement a comprehensive financial strategy that aligns with the credit union's strategic objectives and regulatory requirements.
Oversee the preparation of financial statements and reporting obligations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant standards.
Manage the credit union's:
budget management and forecasting process.
reporting and returns to the Central Bank of Ireland.
investment portfolio, with its advisors, ensuring optimal returns and compliance with Central Bank of Ireland regulations.
credit control function.
Provide regular reports to the CEO and Board of Directors on the financial performance and strategic financial planning of the credit union.
Collaborate with department heads to ensure the consistent and effective application of financial policies and procedures.
Monitor and report on the credit union's financial performance, ensuring effective risk management and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Manage the credit union’s external audit and ensure recommendations are implemented in a timely manner.
Ensure the financial controls and procedures in the credit union are of the highest standard and are constantly reviewed and improved to ensure robustness at every level and in every area.
Reporting
Reporting to the CEO
Person Required
The ideal candidate will be a qualified and experienced Finance Manager ideally working in the financial services or credit union sector with a desire to apply themselves at the standards required in a large and ambitious credit union. The successful candidate must be capable of meeting the Central Bank of Ireland’s Fitness & Probity requirements and, where applicable, obtaining PCF approval.
Contract Duration and Hours
This is a permanent contract. The role is full-time, Monday-Friday. Flexible hours can be agreed to meet work and life needs.
In their role in supporting the Board, the Head of Finance will be required to attend Board meetings in-person, with online attendance facilitated on occasion.
Location
The role is on-site in Tallaght and working from home based on flexible hours and arrangements which can be agreed to suit the role and life’s requirements.
Salary & Benefits
The credit union will offer a competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with the role and market sector. Salary is negotiable DOE.
Next Steps
Apply here and Helena Broderick from CollierBroderick, the company’s HR Partner, will be in touch with you shortly.
Confidential Enquiry
If you’d like to make a confidential enquiry to discuss the opportunity, please call Helena Broderick at CollierBroderick on 01 8666426 or 087 9074843 or connect on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/helenabroderick/.