Finance Officer
JOB_53562204743875Job type
TemporaryLocation
BallymenaWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
SupportIndustry
Government & Public ServicesPay
£26,530 - £29,114 per annumClosing date
24 Nov 2025
Finance Officer - Public Sector - Ballymena
Your new company
You will be joining a large public sector organisation that plays a vital role in delivering essential services to communities across Northern Ireland. This organisation is committed to excellence, transparency, and collaboration, ensuring that financial management supports the delivery of high-quality services. Working within a professional and supportive environment, you will contribute to a team that values integrity and continuous improvement.
Your new role
As Finance Officer, you will assist in a wide range of financial management duties, ensuring robust systems and controls are in place. Reporting to a Finance Analyst, your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting the development and maintenance of budgetary control systems
- Preparing and inputting approved changes to the budgetary system
- Assisting with financial reports and variance analysis
- Creating and maintaining budget reports for managers
- Providing advice and training to budget holders
- Completing payroll and non-pay expenditure adjustments
- Assisting with funding identification and staffing establishment preparation.
This role requires accuracy, analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with internal stakeholders.
What you'll need to succeed
- Minimum of 3 years’ relevant finance experience OR Accounting Technician qualification (Level 4) with 2 years’ experience
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
- Ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines
- Analytical skills to interpret financial data and communicate findings
- Full UK driving licence and access to transport
What you'll get in return
- Competitive hourly rate
- Paid weekly by Hays
- Flexi time working arrangements to support work-life balance
- Opportunity to gain experience in a respected organisation
- Supportive team environment with ongoing training
- Paid Holidays
- Pension
- Free onsite parking
- Work in an established and experienced team
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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