First Choice Credit Union Limited Job Vacancy

Financial Accountant

Location: Castlebar, Co. Mayo.

First Choice Credit Union Ltd is proud to serve circa 41,000 Members across 6 locations with over €280 million of assets under management. We are currently recruiting for the position of Financial Accountant to join the Credit Union. This full-time and permanent position reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Financial Accountant to join our team. This pivotal role will contribute to the day-to-day operations of the Finance Department, ensuring timely financial reporting, strong internal controls, and compliance with regulatory requirements.

This position presents strong career development prospects and plays a vital role in the credit union’s succession planning. It offers an excellent opportunity for a candidate eager to expand their experience and pursue further growth within the credit union sector.

Role Purpose:

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting strategic financial planning, working with a high-performing team, and contributing to the overall financial health and governance of the credit union.

In addition to core finance responsibilities, the Financial Accountant will champion continuous improvement initiatives, foster a culture of excellence, and contribute as part of the team liaising during audits and regulatory reviews. This is an exciting opportunity for a finance professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and is eager to make a meaningful impact within a value-driven organisation.

Key Responsibilities/ Accountabilities:

Work alongside the Head of Payments & the CFO to ensure the effective day-to-day operations of the finance function.
Adherence to financial governance internal policy and procedures and associated regulations and legislation.
Prepare daily End of Day office routines and reconciliations
Maintain monthly review and sign off of bank and cash reconciliations
Maintenance of the Fixed Asset Register.
Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reports.
Ensure compliance with Quarterly and Annual returns to revenue commissioners and regulatory authorities as required.
Assist in the preparation of annual budgets, financial projections, and AGM reports.
Facilitate interim and annual audit.

Key Requirements:

Full or Part-Qualified Accountant with the aim of pursuing a career in Accounting in the Financial Services Sector
QFA qualified or with the aim of completing the QFA Exams
Minimum 3 years’ experience in accountancy practice or a financial management role, ideally within a regulated environment.
Strong analytical, organisational and communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint
Accounting systems e.g. Sage Line 50 experience.
Credit Union experience would be deemed an advantage but not a necessity
A proactive, detail-oriented, and collaborative approach.
High standards of professionalism, integrity, and ethical conduct.

This position will be a full-time, 36 hours per week, position and will be subject to a minimum probationary period of 6 months, primarily based at our Head Office in Castlebar, Co. Mayo.
Remuneration will be commensurate with qualifications & experience.

Closing date for applications will be 5:00 p.m. on Friday, the 21st November 2025

Shortlisting may apply, and assessment will be completed based on the information provided in the application.
Partial Hybrid working conditions may be facilitated following completion of the probationary period.

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Applications for the role can be made here.

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