Volunteer: Finance and Accounting

Overview

Do you want to make a difference to the lives of vulnerable young people and their families? Le Chéile Mentoring is a national, volunteer mentoring, restorative justice and family support service that supports children, young people and their families where the child or young person is involved in or at risk of offending. We provide tailored supports, in partnership with other organisations, working alongside children, young people and their families to enable them to reach their potential now and into the future.

Our vision is that every child and young person Le Chéile Mentoring works with will be supported and empowered to realise their hopes and dreams. For more information on Le Chéile Mentoring, please visit our website: lecheile.ie

Vacancy for Finance and Accounting Experience

Le Chéile Mentoring is seeking a qualified accountant to join the Board of Directors with a focus on financial management and accounting. This role is actively involved in the organisation’s financial governance and strategic direction, taking a leading role on finance matters. The role will be shadowing our current Finance subcommittee Chair with the intention of assuming the Chair position in Summer/ Autumn 2026.

• Providing expertise and advice on all matters relating to finance and advise the Board of financial implications of any decisions.
• Reviewing management accounts and raising any issues, questions or concerns.
• Have a deep insight into all financial policies, accounting procedures and controls.
• Every Board Member is expected to:
• Provide efficient and effective strategic leadership of Le Chéile Mentoring.
• Uphold and work towards the vision, mission, values and objectives of Le Chéile Mentoring.
• Oversee governance and compliance with relevant regulations.

If you would like to apply for a Directorship with Le Chéile Mentoring, please fill out the Expression of Interest form and send to laurawalsh by Sunday 25th January 2026. Interviews will take place on a person-by-person basis depending on availability in January and February 2026, with appointments made by the end of February 2026. For more information, please review the Candidate Information Pack.

Please note the Charities Regulator provides information and resources in regards to the full role and responsibilities of a Board Member (also known as a Trustee), which you may find helpful to familiarise yourself with. Please follow the link here for more information Roles and responsibilities of trustees | Charities Regulator.