Finance Officer

Your new company
Hays are delighted to be partnering with a well-established environmental and not-for-profit organisation delivering a significant cross-border programme funded through a major public sector funding initiative. This organisation plays a key role in supporting collaboration, research and policy development across a range of environmental and sustainability projects throughout the island of to continued growth and project funding, they are seeking an experienced Finance Officer to join their team on a long-term fixed-term contract.
Your new role
Reporting to the Project Manager and working closely with the wider finance function, you will be responsible for providing day-to-day financial support and oversight for a large-scale, externally funded responsibilities will include:

• Budget monitoring, forecasting and cashflow management
• Processing accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions
• Performing reconciliations and supporting month-end processes
• Preparing financial reports, management information and variance analysis
• Assisting with financial returns and claims submission to funding bodies
• Supporting procurement activities and ensuring compliance with funding regulations
• Maintaining accurate financial records and audit-ready documentation
• Assisting with payroll processing and payroll administration
• Providing financial guidance and support to project teams and stakeholders

Supporting governance, risk management and financial control processes
What you'll need to succeed

• AAT, IATI or equivalent accounting qualification with at least 2 years' relevant finance experience; alternatively, 5 years' experience in a similar finance role
• Previous experience in budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting
• Experience using cloud-based accounting software such as Xero or similar systems
• Strong payroll administration experience
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including financial analysis and reporting
• Experience with reconciliations, month-end processes and management accounts support
• Knowledge of audit preparation and compliance requirements
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage confidential information
• A proactive and organised approach to workload management

Candidates with experience in grant-funded, public sector, charity, NGO or compliance-driven environments will be highly desirable.
What you'll get in return

• Based in Belfast City Centre
• £30,000
• Contributory Pension of 7.5%
• Hybrid working
• 25 days holidays plus public holidays
• Occupational sick pay
• Family friendly policies
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Opportunity to contribute to a high-profile, long-term funded programme with significant social and environmental impact.
• Opportunity for professional development
• Positive working culture
• Part of a supportive team

What you need to do now
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Benefits:
£30 000 per annum