Job Title: ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT Location: LMC HEADQUARTERS Reports to: ACCOUNTANT Post Holder: P/T PERMANENT Date: NOVEMBER 2025 1.Job Purpose The role is a hands-on finance role, suited to a self-starter with strong communication, organisational and analytical skills. Being able to work efficiently whilst ensuring quality and having controlled delivery of information is paramount. The role will interact heavily with the other key areas of LMCs Finance Department. Given the diverse range of LMC stakeholders and its accountability as a public body the role of Accounts Assistant is an important one. The role brings significant variety and challenge and presents a rewarding career opportunity within the LMC at an exciting time for the organisation. The successful candidate must demonstrate intellect, drive and real commitment to the aims of LMC. 2. Proposed Line Management Chart 3. Key Responsibilities Assist with annual budgetary processes, management accounts and variance analysis. Assist with the production of annual accounts for audit. Assist with monitoring of cash flow and management of resources in such a way as to maximise cash available for short-term investment. Assist with the fulfilment of the Commissions statutory requirements in respect of accounting and financial reporting matters. Assist with the annual completion of the Review of Financial Process (RoFP) to LMCs Sponsor Department. Assist with the completion of returns and information as requested by LMCs Sponsor Department. Assist LMCs Accountant with requests from internal and external stakeholders and other administrative functions. Preparation of nominal ledger reconciliations, analysis and reporting. Review, develop and maintain a record of LMCs financial processes and systems to maximise efficiency and ensure business continuity. Provide support to Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable functions when required. Provide backup for the day-to-day functions of the Finance Department including reception cover. B. Other Work Areas Any other accountabilities within the competence of the jobholder as directed by the Accountant. 4. Planning and Organising In order to provide a comprehensive and timely management information system and to fulfil the Commissions statutory requirements in respect of accounting and financial reporting matters, it is essential that the job-holder works collectively to achieve reporting deadlines. 5. Decision Making To make decisions in regard to the listed areas of key responsibilities, seeking direction from the LMC Management Team where necessary. To participate in the wider decision making of LMC as required. 6. Internal and External Relationships Internal: - Managers, Professional, Clerical and other staff External: - DAERA Corporate Sponsor Branch, Internal and External audit teams as required. 7. Knowledge, Skills and Experience Needed Essential Criteria Minimum of two A Levels (or equivalent) qualifications at Grade C or above GCSE (or equivalent) in English Language and Maths at Grade B or above Minimum 2 years' experience in a finance or accounting role Proficiency in accounting software package(s) and MS Office applications specifically Excel and Word Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy Excellent organisational and time management skills Desirable Criteria Proficiency in Pegasus Opera accounting software Knowledge of Managing Public Money NI requirements Personal Qualities Ability to make decisions, work on own initiative and accept responsibility. Attention to detail. Honest, trustworthy and reliable. Diplomatic with good interpersonal and communication skills. Excellent written communication skills. Confident, firm but pleasant and fair manner. Good health and attendance record. 8. Environmental/ Physical Conditions Office-based at LMC HQ. (Flexible working arrangements can be considered within the scope of LMCs Flexible Working Policy) Access required to a form of transport to enable you to discharge your duties 9. Outline Terms & Conditions Part time (Up to 30 hours per week) 20 days annual leave pro rata (rising with service to 27 days pro rata) 12 public and privilege leave days. (annual leave days under review) Defined Benefit Pension Scheme (Northern Ireland Local Government Pension Scheme (NILGOSC)) Company sick pay scheme (after a qualifying period) Salary £37,694-£38,990 pro rata Excellent training and personal development opportunities. Flexible working arrangements can be considered within the scope of LMCs Flexible Working Policy