Finance Officer – Band 3 (Temporary / Agency)
Rate: £12.31 per hour
Location: Newtownards
Department: Finance & Estates
Role Overview
We are seeking Band 3 Finance Officers to provide administrative and financial support across the Finance & Estates Directorate. The post holder will work as part of a busy team, supporting effective financial operations within the Trust.
Key Duties
1. Process financial information in line with Trust policies and timescales
2. Assist with reconciliations and investigation of financial queries
3. Input, validate, and retrieve financial data using computerised systems and spreadsheets
4. Support compliance with Public Sector Prompt Payment Policy
5. Provide administrative support including correspondence, reports, filing, and meeting arrangements
6. Handle large volumes of cash/coin where required
7. Manage workloads to meet weekly, monthly, and annual deadlines
8. Liaise effectively with staff and stakeholders across the Trust
Essential Criteria
9. Option 1: 4 GCSEs (Grades A-C or equivalent) including English & Maths and 1 year’s relevant experience
OR
10. Option 2: 2 years’ relevant experience
Relevant experience: working with computerised financial systems in a busy finance office.
11. ECDL or equivalent or strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
12. Strong organisational, communication, and IT skills
13. Ability to work independently and accurately
Other Requirements
14. Full UK driving licence and access to a car (may be waived depending on post and individual circumstances)