Management Accountant

The Land Development Agency (LDA) is a commercial, semi-State body that seeks to maximise the supply of affordable homes on public and other land in a financially sustainable manner, supporting the creation of thriving communities and delivering ongoing positive social impact. It is overseen by an independent board of directors and is funded with €5 billion of equity capital committed by the Government. It is also permitted to borrow up to €1.25bn.

The LDA has commenced construction on a number of projects on State land and has a delivery pipeline in excess of 17,000 homes.  It also works in partnership with the country’s largest and most experienced homebuilders and will deliver a further 8,000 homes under the Government’s Project Tosaigh initiative.

Additionally, the LDA is working on large-scale longer-term strategic areas by master-planning and bringing forward planning applications in locations such as Limerick Colbert Quarter, the Digital Hub in Dublin and Sandy Road in Galway.

Role Purpose

This is a new role to reflect the growing Asset Management function within a rapidly expanding organization. Reporting to the Management Accountant, the role involves a broad range of management accounting and reporting responsibilities. The role provides the successful candidate with an opportunity to join a growing team in a dynamic environment with scope for development as the organisation evolves.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation of annual budgets for cost rental portfolio and asset management department.


• Analyse monthly financial and data reports prepared by Lettings Agents and Block Management Agents. Collate into overall portfolio performance report.


• Variance analysis v budget.


• Monitor KPIs including occupancy, arrears and operating expenses.


• Benchmark operating costs across the portfolio to identify efficiencies.


• Prepare EMT reports monthly including narrative.


• Responsible for the administration of purchase orders and invoices to ensure compliance with LDA’s policies and procedures.


• Assist Procurement and Accounts Payable teams to resolve queries on PO’s and invoices.


• Analysing data from external stakeholders and collating into portfolio performance reports.


• Preparing weekly/monthly reports for internal meetings and project reviews as required.


• Identify efficiencies in department processes and implement same.


• Build and manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders.


• Other duties as may be required based on the evolving operational requirements of the LDA.

Person Specification

• Minimum 5 years’ Management Accounts experience.


• Previous experience in the residential rental property sector an advantage.


• Experience using property related IT systems and reports.

• Knowledge and/or experience of public procurement would be an advantage.

• Solutions and results focused.


• Excellent attention to detail and proficiency in Microsoft Excel.


• Excellent communication skills – written and verbal in both day-to-day work as well as formal briefings.


• Ability to work well within a team environment. 

To Apply

Closing date for applications is 14th August 2025
 
The Land Development Agency (LDA) is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promote and support a diverse and inclusive workforce, and we endeavour to provide reasonable accommodation.