Higher Finance Officer - Ballymena

Higher Finance Officer - Ballymena

In this role you will assist over a full range of Financial Management duties, including the development of systems and controls for the effective financial management of the Trust.

About the role:

• £13.57 per hour
• Monday - Friday (9:00am - 5:00pm)
• 37.5 hours a week
• Duration: Immediate start up to 31st May 2026
• Opportunity for hybrid working following the initial induction period
• Please note closing date for this vacancy is Tuesday 20th January 2026 at 12 noon - however you can register your interest for other upcoming vacancies by applying today

What you'll be doing in this role:

• Assists with the establishment, development and maintenance of an efficient and effective system of budgetary control.
• Responsible for the preparation and input of approved changes to the Trust Budgetary System.
• Assists with the preparation of Financial Management reports by Directorate on the Trust Financial position, including investigating variances.
• Creation and maintenance of budget reports and structures for managers.
• Provision of management information advice and training to budget managers. Liaison in the form of planned meetings for financial review, feedback and development.
• Carry out variance analysis and ad hoc investigations of budget/expenditure as requested by budget managers.
• Responsible for the completion and upkeep of regular payroll and non-pay expenditure adjustments.
• Assist in the identification of funding in relation to vacancies and Organisation Management changes including preparing staffing establishments.
• Undertake any other duties, within the Band as may be required.

What you'll need for this role:

• Demonstrate 3 years' relevant finance experience.
• OR Certificate for Accounting Technicians (ATI) or equivalent (QCF Level 4) with 1 year's relevant finance experience.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to prioritise and work within timescales and deadlines.
• Ability to analyse financial information and communicate subsequent evaluation
• Knowledge of structure and function of the Trust.
• Hold a current full driving licence which is valid for use in the UK and have access to a car on appointment. This criteria will be waived in the case of applicants whose disability prohibits driving but who have access to a form of transport approved by the Trust which will permit them to carry out the duties of the post.

Riada Resourcing is an equal opportunities employer.