Finance Programme Officer

4809019
  • Job type

    Temporary
  • Location

    Belfast
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Audit Risk And Compliance
  • Industry

    Government & Public Services
  • Pay

    £37,694 - £38,990

Finance Programme Officer - Belfast

Your new company

You will join a well-established, publicly funded organisation responsible for managing large-scale cross-border funding programmes. With a strong focus on governance and value for money, the organisation supports projects that deliver economic and community impact.

Your new role

As a Temporary Finance Programme Officer, you will support the financial assessment, delivery, and monitoring of funded projects from application through to closure.
Key duties include:
  • Assessing project applications with a strong focus on financial analysis, risk, and value for money.
  • Producing clear reports and funding recommendations for decision-making committees.
  • Monitoring a portfolio of projects, ensuring financial compliance and delivery of outputs.
  • Maintaining robust financial controls, audit compliance, and governance processes.
  • Verifying expenditure and tracking project progress against agreed objectives.
  • Acting as a key contact for stakeholders, providing financial guidance – (finance business partnering).
  • Preparing reports, briefings, and contributing to programme improvements.


What you'll need to succeed

  • Experience working with and analysing financial data.
  • Strong reporting skills and ability to produce financial assessments.
  • Knowledge of financial controls, governance, and compliance.
  • Experience in project/programme monitoring.
  • Strong Excel/database skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
Desirable:
  • Third-level qualification.
  • Experience in funding, grants, or public sector programmes.
  • Project management and finance background.


What you'll get in return

  • Salary of £37,694 – £38,990.
  • Valuable experience in a finance-led programme environment.
  • Exposure to large-scale funding and governance frameworks.
  • Multiple roles available.
  • 6-9 month contract with potential to extend.
  • Supportive team and full-time hours (37 per week).
  • Hybrid flexibility, 2 days WFH and 3 days in office.


What you need to do now

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