Finance Officer Job Description
A leading public sector employer based in Newtownards is recruiting a Finance Officer to join their team on an initial temporary contract.
Key Responsibilities:
* Assist with the day-to-day functions within the Finance Directorate.
* Completion of month-end accounts and annual budget setting process.
* To assist in developing the use of financial systems, reporting and enquiry tools and working methods to advance the quality and efficiency of Financial Management information.
* Support the Finance Manager in identifying threats to the financial stability of the organisation by highlighting risks within the directorate.
Requirements:
* A university degree or equivalent and 2 years suitable relevant financial experience.
* AAT/HND qualified and 2 years suitable relevant financial experience.
* Part Qualified up to intermediate stage with one of the CCAB recognised body and 1 year suitable relevant experience.
* Three years suitable relevant finance experience AND Competent with MS Excel, ability to manipulate large volumes of data and analyse data.
Skills:
* Confident with accounting principles - accruals, prepayments etc.
* Ideal experience in management accounts, investigating variances.
* Ability to work in a hybrid environment and travel for work as required.
About Us:
We are a leading public sector organisation who have continued to operate at full capacity throughout the pandemic.