Band 4 Finance Officer

Salary: £13.44 per hour

Apple Recruitment are seeking to recruit 2x temporary band 4 finance officers for our public sector client based in Ballymena.

These roles are to cover a sick period and may be extended. The roles are mon-fri 9am-5pm, 37.5 hour per week, £13.44 an hour.

JOB SUMMARY:

The post-holder will assist over a full range of Financial Management duties, including the development of systems and controls for the effective financial management of the Trust.

KEY RESULT AREAS / MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

* Assists with the establishment, development and maintenance of an efficient and effective system of budgetary control.

* Responsible for the preparation and input of approved changes to the Trust Budgetary System.

* Assists with the preparation of Financial Management reports by Directorate on the Trust Financial position, including investigating variances.

* Creation and maintenance of budget reports and structures for managers.

* Provision of management information advice and training to budget managers. Liaison in the form of planned meetings for financial review, feedback and development.

* Carry out variance analysis and ad hoc investigations of budget/expenditure as requested by budget managers.

* Responsible for the completion and upkeep of regular payroll and non-pay expenditure adjustments.

* Assist in the identification of funding in relation to vacancies and Organisation Management changes including preparing staffing establishments.

* Undertake any other duties, within the Band as may be required.

Essential Criteria:

1. Demonstrate 3 years relevant* finance experience.

OR

1. Certificate for Accounting Technicians (ATI) or equivalent (QCF Level 4) with 1 years relevant* finance experience.

2. Hold a current full driving licence which is valid for use in the UK and have access to a car on appointment. This criteria will be waived in the case of applicants whose disability prohibits driving but who have access to a form of transport approved by the Trust which will permit them to carry out the duties of the post.

3. Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel

1. Ability to prioritise and work within timescales and deadlines

1. Ability to analyse financial information and communicate subsequent evaluation