DP Accountant, Public Sector, SUPERB flex, Hybrid Your new company Hays Accountancy & Finance are delighted to be partnering exclusively with a respected public‑sector organisation committed to delivering high standards of financial governance, compliance, and service to stakeholders across Northern Ireland. Due to continued growth and the increasing scope of financial activity, we are seeking to appoint a qualified and experienced DP Accountant to join their high-performing finance team. Your new role Reporting to the Head of Finance & Income Generation, you will play a key role in ensuring robust financial management in line with Managing Public Money NI and wider public‑sector financial protocols. This is a varied, technical and rewarding role covering financial accounting, grant management, payroll liaison, and reporting. Your responsibilities will include: Financial Accounting & Systems Oversee the computerised accounting system (Sage 200), ensuring timely and accurate data processing and reporting Maintain the Project Accounting module Raise purchase orders in line with organisational policies Budgeting, Reporting & Compliance Assist with budgetary control, month-end routines and year-end accounts Prepare monthly VAT returns and all bank/control account reconciliations Prepare financial reports, returns, submissions and cash forecasts for internal and external stakeholders including DfC Manage the monthly drawdown submission Maintain the Fixed Asset Register Grant Management Provide accurate financial information for external grant applications Administer grant claims and reporting using electronic systems such as Je‑S Maintain the grants database and produce periodic and final financial statements Procurement & Business Cases Support procurement activity and assist in preparing business cases in accordance with CPD and DfC guidance Monitor spend against business cases and PPEs Payroll & Pensions Prepare monthly payroll information for submission to payroll providers Liaise via secure interfaces to ensure accurate exchange of documents Update NILGOSC records and prepare regulatory returns Audit & Governance Liaise with internal and external auditors, providing evidence of compliance Ensure financial records are maintained in accordance with policy What you'll need to succeed To be considered, you must: Essential Criteria Be a fully qualified member of ICAI, ICAS, ICAEW, ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA, or hold an equivalent international qualification Have 2 years’ post‑qualification experience in financial management, management accounting or financial accounting Be competent in the use of Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel Desirable Skills Experience with Sage 200 Previous experience in public sector, charity, research, or grant‑funded environments Strong analytical, organisational and communication skills What you'll get in return Competitive pay: £27.55-£28.67 per hour Hybrid working: 2 office days / 3 home days Flexi-time and flexible start/finish times 37 hours per week, Monday-Friday Initial contract role with a supported pathway to perm position 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 on your career. 4774110