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.
The LDA is underpinned by a positive, collegiate, ‘can do’ culture based on our core values of Integrity, Results, Collaboration, Sustainability and Innovation. Our team is around 180 people and growing rapidly.
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.
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