Your new company You will be joining a well-established public sector organisation that plays a key role in delivering essential services to the local community. With a strong focus on governance, accountability, and service excellence, the organisation offers a supportive and structured working environment within a collaborative finance team. Your new role Handling invoices, payments, and a range of financial transactions Assisting with both accounts payable and accounts receivable functions Carrying out bank reconciliations and ensuring financial records are kept up to date Supporting budgeting activities, financial reporting, and year-end processes Dealing with finance-related queries and providing support during audits Ensuring all work is completed in line with financial policies and regulations Assisting with procurement tasks alongside general administrative duties What you'll need to succeed To be considered for this position, you must meet one of the following criteria: A relevant third-level qualification (e.g. Finance or Business), or A recognised Accounting Technician qualification And: A minimum of two years' experience within a finance environment Your experience should demonstrate: Knowledge of financial systems and processes Experience maintaining accurate financial records Preparation of financial reports Proficiency in Microsoft applications, including Excel Alternatively, applicants who do not hold the above qualifications will be considered if they can demonstrate a minimum of three years' relevant experience in the areas outlined above. What you'll get in return Competitive hourly rate - £16.89 per hour (£35,140 equivalent) Initial 4-week contract (possibility of extension) Derry location Valuable experience within a well-established public sector organisation What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be Skills: Accounts Assistant Accounts Technician Assistant Accountant Finance Officer Finance Administrator ADZN1_NI