Finance Officer
We are currently recruiting for a Finance Officer to join a busy Finance & Estates Department. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and detail-oriented individual to contribute to the effective delivery of financial services within a public sector environment.
Pay Rate: £12.75 per hour
Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm
Location: Downpatrick
Role Overview
The successful candidate will provide a wide range of administrative and financial support, ensuring the efficient operation of systems and processes within the department. You will play a key role in supporting financial governance, maintaining accurate records, and assisting stakeholders across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
- Contribute to the Trust’s Financial Governance Framework
- Process financial information in line with policies and deadlines
- Investigate queries and provide support to financial and non-financial stakeholders
- Assist with reconciliations of control accounts
- Support compliance with Public Sector Prompt Payment Policy
- Maintain accurate financial records and databases
- Input, monitor and validate financial data with a high level of accuracy
- Produce reports, manage spreadsheets, and use internal systems
- Assist with workload planning to meet financial deadlines
- Handle large volumes of cash and coin where required
- Provide administrative support including:
- Managing emails and correspondence
- Arranging meetings and appointments
- Taking minutes
- Maintaining filing systems
- General office duties (photocopying, scanning, etc.)
- Supervise staff and allocate work when necessary
- Order stationery and support day-to-day office operations
- Participate in training, development, and appraisal processes
- Support the Director of Finance & Estates in maintaining effective financial control and contributing to financial strategy and planning
Essential Criteria
- 4 GCSEs (Grade A–C) including English and Maths and at least 1 year’s relevant experience
OR- Minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
Relevant experience must include:
- Working with computerised financial systems
- Experience of financial procedures in a busy finance office
- Numerical calculations and data handling
What We’re Looking For
- Strong organisational and administrative skills
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to manage workload and meet deadlines
- Effective communication skills (written and verbal)
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
To apply please send your CV via the link
Vacancy posted 19 days ago
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