Helium is seeking an experienced, organised and motivated Finance Executive to oversee the finance function, ensuring strong financial governance, compliance and robust internal controls. The ideal candidate will be an ambitious, qualified accountant or part-qualified accountant with experience managing finances and accounting systems. The role also provides financial insight to support organisational planning, budgeting, funding applications and strategic decision-making. The Finance Executive will supervise key financial processes undertaken by the Finance Assistant and review the work completed by the external payroll provider, ensuring accuracy and compliance across all financial operations. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional who enjoys working independently while contributing to the success and sustainability of a growing not-for-profit organisation.
Contract: 16-month fixed-term contract, with a 6 month probationary period, until 31.12.27
Hours: Part-time, 16 - 24 hours per week (funding and candidate dependant)) with flexible working arrangements
Salary: FTE €37,000 gross per annum (part-qualified accountant) up to €47,000 gross per annum (qualified accountant) dependent on experience
Location: Hybrid
Ideal Start Date: 1 September 2026
Application Deadline: Friday, 7 August 2026, 4.00pm
Interviews: Online Thursday, 20 August 2026 with a second in-person round likely the following week in Mullingar, Co. Westmeath
For full details and application information, please see the full role description at this Google Drive link. Applications MUST be emailed to hr@helium.ie
Helium is committed to a policy of equal opportunity and encourages applications from all sections of the community under all ten grounds as set out in their DEI Strategy and Plan.
Helium (formerly Helium Arts) is an award-winning charity which supports the social and emotional needs of children facing long-term health conditions through arts-based creative projects, so they can make friends, have fun, and learn new skills. www.helium.ie