Finance Officer- Maternity Contract

Finance Officer – Exclusive Opportunity

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• Downpatrick
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• £15.25 per hour
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• Up to 33 hours per week- Maternity Contract
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• Office Based
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Nominate Recruitment is delighted to be working exclusively with a well-respected charity dedicated to creating opportunities, building confidence, and empowering adults with learning disabilities to live full, independent, and meaningful lives.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive organisation where your finance skills will directly contribute to making a positive difference in people's lives.

The Role

As Finance Officer, you will play a key role in supporting the organisation's financial administration and ensuring accurate financial records are maintained.

Your responsibilities will include:

Maintaining accurate financial records to support invoicing for service user transport, maintenance and utility costs.

Maintaining and updating the client financial database.

Liaising with Service Managers to ensure Service User Financial Agreements are accurate and up to date.

Working with the Department for Communities regarding service user benefits and savings thresholds.

Supporting the organisation in its role as Corporate Appointee by assisting with applications for social security, pension and housing benefits.

Assisting with general finance administration, filing, invoice processing and document archiving.

Completing regular banking duties, including lodgements and withdrawals on behalf of the organisation and service users.

Supporting day-to-day finance operations and maintaining accurate financial records.

What We're Looking For

A Level 3 qualification (A Level, NVQ, BTEC or equivalent) in Finance, Accounting or a Business-related discipline.

At least 1 year's experience in a finance or accounts role involving financial record keeping and computerised finance systems.

Experience using SAGE 50 Accounts, including invoice processing, journal entries and bank reconciliations.

Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills.

A compassionate, professional approach and a desire to work within the charity sector.

This role would also suit a recent Finance, Accounting or Business graduate who has completed a relevant placement year and is looking to begin their career within a rewarding organisation.