Government of Ireland - Department of Finance is a government agency based at Dublin, Ireland. The department's mission is to manage government finances and play an integral role in the achievement of the government's economic and social goals having regard to the program for government. This mission involves promoting policies which can deliver sustainable economic growth, international competitiveness, internal efficiency and increased employment. It includes advising the government on, and managing, the overall process of resource generation to secure sustainable economic and social benefits. The executive management board is responsible for administration of the firm.