Reporting to the Finance Manager, the Finance Team Lead ensures the efficient, accurate and compliant delivery of the Credit Union’s day-to-day finance processes and critical operational activities. The role provides leadership across the finance function, supporting financial reporting, analysis, investment monitoring and Asset & Liability Management activities while maintaining strong financial controls and developing team capability. While providing leadership, the role remains hands-on in the execution of key finance processes and critical operational activities. The Finance Team Lead oversees team performance, drives process improvements, and provides technical expertise to ensure the finance function meets its regulatory, financial and business requirements and supports Savvi’s strategic objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership & Supervision
- Oversee the Finance team’s daily activities and manage workloads, ensuring service standards are met, promoting compliance and continuous improvement.
- Coach, support and develop team members through performance management, training and succession planning.
- Deputise for the Finance Manager, providing leadership support as required.
Finance Operations & Financial Control
- Lead the day-to-day delivery of finance operations, ensuring accuracy, efficiency and compliance with policies and controls.
- Maintain expertise in key finance processes, including DAS files, SEPA payments, Direct Debits and Standing Orders, providing cover and support as required.
- Support month-end and year-end processes, including reconciliations, controls, audits and financial reporting.
Financial Reporting, Investments & Asset Liability Management
- Assist in preparing management accounts, Board reports and performance information.
- Support budgeting, forecasting and financial planning, including variance analysis and performance monitoring.
- Monitor and report on investments, liquidity and treasury activities.
- Support ALM through data analysis, reporting and performance tracking.
Audit, Risk & Regulatory Compliance
- Prepare information and documentation for internal and external audits and regulatory reviews.
- Assist in completion of regulatory returns, ensuring compliance with applicable requirements.
- Maintain strong financial governance and effective internal controls.
- Identify, assess and escalate financial, operational and compliance risks.
Process Improvement & Business Support
- Identify and implement improvements to processes, controls and reporting.
- Maintain finance procedures and standard operating practices.
- Support finance systems developments, testing and process enhancements.
- Build strong relationships and provide financial support to key stakeholders.
Key Requirements
Required Education & Experience
- ACA, ACCA, CPA or CIMA qualified/ part-qualified
- 2+ years finance experience
Desired Experience
- Within financial services, banking, credit union or regulated environments.
- With finance systems and process improvement initiatives.
Skills Requirements
- Strong Excel skills
- Strong leadership and people management skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
- Highly organised, with strong planning skills and attention to detail.
- Committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
- Strong financial control and risk management focus.
Remuneration Package
Salary & Benefits – Savvi Credit Union offers a generous remuneration package, including salary (€50,000-€70,000 depending on experience), employer pension contribution, and other benefits such as up to 25 Days Annual Leave, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), and Educational Support.
Location – The role is based at 56 Sir John Rogerson’s Quay, Dublin 2, with Hybrid/Flexible Working options available.
Application
Submit your CV and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to careers@savvi.ie
The closing date for applications is Wednesday 18th November 2026.