Candidate Briefing Pack

Head of Finance,

RTÉ

Shay Dalton

Managing Partner

Raidió Teilifís Éireann (RTÉ) is Ireland’s national public-service media organisation. A leader in Irish media, RTÉ provides comprehensive, cost-effective, free-to-air multi-media services to the public in Ireland and internationally. As Ireland’s largest media organisation, and the largest producer and commissioner of original programming and journalism, RTÉ has a broad public service remit to serve all audiences with a wide breadth of programming and content. The market within which RTÉ is operating is constantly evolving. In the next decade, RTÉ will transform into an innovative, IP-based public service media provider. This exciting transition will make RTÉ fully integrated, digital-native, and personalised, offering new ways to meet the evolving needs of diverse audiences across a variety of devices

Role Overview

RTÉ is seeking a hands-on Head of Finance to lead our financial operations and reporting. The ideal candidate will be a proactive leader, capable of managing the day-to-day finance function while also contributing to RTÉ’s financial strategy, finance transformation and overall organisational change.

Key Responsibilities

  • Partner with the CFO and the leadership team to develop and execute RTÉ’s financial strategy and long-term plan.

  • Provide insightful financial analysis, variance reporting, and operational metrics to drive performance and efficiency.

  • Work closely with the CFO on all financial matters, including capital allocation, risk management, and profitability.

Financial Management & Reporting

  • Oversee all aspects of financial operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger.

  • Ensure the timely and accurate production of all monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) in accordance with accounting standards.

  • Oversee the timely and accurate development of budgets, financial reports, and models that will assist the CFO and leadership team in making informed strategy, resource allocation and investment decisions.

  • Establish and maintain strong internal controls, financial policies and procedures.

  • Ensure effective cash flow management and liquidity, including overseeing working capital optimisation and management of debt levels.

  • Lead the annual audit process and liaise with external auditors and work with other regulators and stakeholders including government agencies and departments.

Operational Excellence

Identify and implement process improvements and automation to streamline financial operations.

Monitor expenditure and identify opportunities to reduce costs.

Partner with leadership team and department heads on budget oversight and provide financial guidance.

Ensure strong cost control processes and controls are in place and lead continuous efficiency and cost reduction programmes.

Compliance & Risk Management

  • Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and tax filings and compliance.

  • Manage corporate insurance policies and risk management strategies.

  • Stay up to date regarding any changes in financial regulations and legislation and ensure its adoption and implementation.

Team Leadership & Development

  • Provide leadership, direction and management of the finance team.

  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and collaboration within the team.

This appointment will be made at the Personal Contract grade and is being offered on an Ongoing contract basis. The expected salary on appointment is €175k , subject to relevant skills, knowledge and experience.

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