Assistant Finance Officer

Your new company

Hays are recruiting on behalf of a well-established public sector organisation based in Belfast. Due to ongoing organisational requirements, an opportunity has arisen for an experienced Assistant Finance Officer to join the team on a part-time basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional seeking flexible working arrangements within a collaborative and purpose-driven environment.

Your new role

You will provide vital support across a range of finance and administrative functions, helping to ensure the effective operation of financial systems, controls and reporting processes.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the finance function in accordance with established financial procedures and controls.


• Processing ad hoc payments and financial transactions.


• Assisting with month-end processes, including journal postings and preparation of management accounting information.


• Reconciling general ledger accounts and preparing financial reports and analysis as required.


• Supporting the preparation of year-end accounts, reconciliations and associated financial documentation.


• Assisting with procurement administration, maintaining records and supporting tendering activities.


• Providing information and supporting documentation for internal and external audit requirements.

What you'll need to succeed

• Accounting Technician Qualification is preferred.


• Experience preparing and maintaining nominal ledgers, including journal processing.


• Experience completing complex reconciliations and contributing to month-end reporting processes.


• Experience using a financial accounting system (Account NI desirable)


• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Microsoft Excel.

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary equivalent to £33,542 - £34,231 (pro rata).


• Part-time working arrangements of 14.8 hours per week across two days.


• Hybrid working model with a combination of office-based and remote working.


• Opportunity to gain valuable experience within a respected public sector organisation.


• Temporary contract until May 2027

What you need to do now

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