Job Description
Finance Officer - Derry City & Strabane District Council - L/Derry Riada are proud to be working in recruitment partnership with Derry City & Strabane District Council to recruit a Finance Project Officer.
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Smart Towns and Villages Network (SVNP) project team, supporting the financial management and administration of a large-scale externally funded programme financed through the EU and managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB).
The Role:
1. Monday to Friday
2. L/Derry
3. Public Sector
4. £21.13 ph
5. For 6 months initially
You will play a key role in delivering comprehensive financial administration, reporting, audit compliance and programme support across the project, ensuring all financial processes meet stringent funding and audit requirements. Key responsibilities:
6. Develop, manage and maintain financial procedures and reporting processes for the SVNP programme
7. Verify financial claims and supporting documentation in line with Council and SEUPB requirements
8. Prepare and submit quarterly financial claims and reports through the JEMS online system
9. Monitor programme expenditure, forecasting and budget performance across the project lifecycle
10. Prepare variance reports and identify financial risks or potential project slippage
11. Support audit processes and maintain accurate financial and programme records
12. Procure goods, services and resources in line with procurement procedures
13. Provide financial guidance and support to project stakeholders and partners
14. Assist with evaluation, monitoring and reporting systems for programme delivery
15. Maintain programme databases, records and asset registers
16. Liaise with Council departments, external funders and programme stakeholders as required
17. Deputise for the Programme Manager when necessary
About You:
18. A degree in a relevant discipline such as Finance or Business Administration
19. A minimum of 2 years’ experience in financial administration, budget monitoring and financial reporting
20. Experience preparing claims and supporting audit or verification processes
21. Experience maintaining financial records and management information systems
22. Strong organisational and communication skills
23. Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
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