Job Description
Contact Gillian Wilkinson | 028 2563 1555 | Gillianw@riadaresourcing.com
Financial Performance Officer - Antrim & Newtownabbey Borough Council - Antrim Do you have financial experience and looking for a role within the Public Sector? Apply today to find out more. About the role:
1. £25.00 per hour
2. Location: Antrim Civic Centre, possibly required at other locations across the Borough.
3. Monday to Friday (9.00am - 5.00pm)
4. Public Sector
5. Duration: Temporary, up to 6 months initially
6. Please note closing date for applications is Tuesday 14th October 2025 @ 4pm. However you can register your interest for other, upcoming Public Sector opportunities by applying today
What you’ll be doing in this role:
7. Prepare and manage the council’s bank reconciliations and grant claims.
8. Lead and develop the management accounting section.
9. Oversee the preparation of the Council’s revenue and capital estimates to support financial planning and rate setting.
10. Ensure accounting standards are followed by setting policies, procedures, and providing guidance to management and councillors.
11. Assess the financial impact of the capital programme on district rates and long-term financial strategy.
12. Develop and produce the Corporate Financial Plan in line with strategic and corporate objectives.
13. Conduct financial planning and investment appraisals to support management decision-making and participate in post-project evaluations.
14. Contribute as part of the finance team to deliver a coordinated and effective financial function.
15. Maintain and enhance financial systems, ledgers, and reporting processes to meet internal and external requirements.
What you'll need for this role:
16. Degree or equivalent qualification in Finance, Accountancy, or a relevant discipline.
17. Member by examination of a CCAB-recognised body.
18. Consideration may be given to applicants without the above qualification who can demonstrate at least 4 years’ relevant experience.
19. Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a senior role within a computerised accounting environment.
If this sounds like the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you! Even if you don’t meet every listed requirement, we encourage you to apply – we may have other suitable roles for you.