An opportunity exists for a Financial Professional in the Templecrone Cooperative Agricultural Society Limited better known as The Cope. 
Established in 1906, the Cope is recognised as one of the leading retailers in the North West of Ireland.
The Cope prides itself on its diverse retail portfolio, serving the community of North West Donegal and beyond.
This is a full time permanent role, reporting to the Chief Executive and the Board of Directors.
Responsibilities:
Manage the day to day operations of the finance department and its associated functions liaising closely with other managers and all internal and external stakeholders.
Support the Chief Executive in the creation and development of long term strategic plans and financial reporting supporting these strategies.
The development and implementation of business processes to ensure the smooth operation of the business support function and finance department.
Maintain and develop the Societies Policies and Procedures in line with best practice. Facilitate cash-flow management and provide cash-flow forecasts.
Ensure taxation and legislative requirements are complied with at all times. Ensure the accurate and timely reconciliation of ledgers.
Create and report financial results in line with Society deadlines. Collate all relevant information to produce end of year accounts.
Record all Society assets ensuring they are monitored and accurately accounted for.
Provide assistance and direction to the Chief Executive regarding financial matters.
Credentials and Experience
Qualifying candidates should be self-motivated, flexible individuals with excellent inter-personal skills, who can create and maintain good working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
The position requires a professional and confidential approach to the role in terms of handling of data and information.
Essential Requirements: Recent experience as a Financial Controller within a retail supplier.
You must have a minimum of 4 – 5 years experience working at this level. Practice background with industry experience.
Qualifications: ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified without exception.
Salary: Negotiable and will reflect the experience and qualifications held.
Applications by e-mail please to: careers@thecope.ie for the attention of Emma McGarvey, enclosing a copy of your current CV.
Closing date for applications is March 21st 2014.