Finance Officer

First Choice is currently recruiting a Finance Officer on behalf of the Northern Health and Social Care Trust, based in Ballymena. This full-time role is Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm, with a pay rate of £13.57 per hour. It offers an excellent opportunity to gain experience within a large public-sector organisation, supporting financial management, budgeting, and reporting across Trust services. The post is expected to last until May 2026, with the possibility of extension.

You will support the finance team with:

Budget monitoring and financial reporting
Variance analysis and investigating spend
Maintaining and updating budget systems
Providing financial support and guidance to budget managers
Assisting with payroll and staffing cost adjustments

What we need from you

Finance, accounting, or budgeting experience
Strong attention to detail and numerical skills
Confident using Excel and financial systems
Able to communicate financial information clearly

What we will offer you

Immediate start available
£13.57 per hour
Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm
Assignment expected to run until at least May 2026, with potential for extension
Valuable experience within the NHS / public sector

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