Finance Officer- Public Sector
*Annual Salary: £37,694 per annum (plus additional monthly allowance of £51.83)
*Location: Head Office, Belfast
*Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Reed Recruitment are delighted to be working with a longstanding Public Sector Organisation, who are seeking to recruit an experienced Finance Officer to join their team in Belfast. This role is crucial for maintaining finance and related control systems.
Day-to-day of the role:
*Analyse financial data and manage in-year budgets, including monthly budget profiling, variance analysis, and reporting.
*Coordinate and manage month-end and year-end closure procedures.
*Produce monthly management accounting information and manage the monthly accounts for specific departments.
*Ensure consolidated accounts are prepared annually within agreed timeframes.
*Oversee monthly payroll processing, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
*Supervise team members in producing all relevant financial processes.
*Liaise with internal and external auditors, providing assurance regarding financial guidance and controls.
*Review and maintain financial procedures in line with corporate governance.
*Advise on and monitor procurement processes, coordinating with relevant departments as necessary.
*Complete relevant pension returns and handles all pension-related queries.
*Maintain relevant registers and contribute to service changes to meet customer needs.
*Support the Director of Finance, People and Governance and undertake any other duties as required.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
*Qualified member of AAT, ATI, or hold a relevant equivalent qualification in accounting or financial management recognized by CCAB or CIMA.
*Minimum of three years’ experience in a supervisory capacity within a finance department if qualified, or five years’ experience if non-academically qualified.
*Experience in preparation of monthly management accounts and budget management.
*Experience in at least two of the following areas: payroll processing, dealing with audits, or public sector procurement.
*Strong analytical skills and proficiency in managing financial data.
Benefits:
*Competitive salary with additional monthly allowance.
*Permanent, full-time position with opportunities for career progression.
*Dynamic work environment with a supportive team.
*Comprehensive training and development opportunities
Hours of work
*37 hours per week, hybrid working minimum of 2 days a week in the office, flexi time core hours are 10-4 with lunch between 12-2.
*25 days leave plus 12 public


To apply for this position, please submit your CV via the link provided. Alternatively, please feel free to contact Caron Hamill from the Reed Offices directly and in complete discretion. We look forward to hearing from you.