Finance Officer

Finance Officer - Public Sector - Ballymena - Imminent Start

Your new company
You will be joining a well-established public sector organisation based in Ballymena, known for delivering essential services across Northern Ireland. This organisation is committed to excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement in financial operations. You'll be part of a supportive finance team that values integrity, transparency, and professional development.
Your new role
As Finance Officer within the Financial Accounting Services team, you will support the day-to-day operations of financial accounts, including Charitable Trust Funds and Patient's Private Property. Your responsibilities will include:

Maintaining petty cash and catering department floats

Processing patient travel expenses and liaising with external agencies

Managing safe registers and controlled stationery

Certifying remittance advice forms and processing manual cheque payments

Handling receipts, payments, reconciliations, and credit card transactions

Supporting financial reporting, audits, and year-end processes

Assisting with system uploads, journals, and governance checks

Providing financial analysis and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives

What you'll need to succeed

Previous experience in a finance or accounts environment

Strong attention to detail and organisational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems (e.g., Oracle or similar)

Excellent communication skills for liaising with internal and external stakeholders

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

A commitment to maintaining confidentiality and adhering to financial policies

What you'll get in return

£12.31 per hour

Paid weekly by Hays

Choice of sites

Flexi time working arrangements

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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