*The closing date for this position is the 26 th February 2026* Finance Analyst Band 5 Greenmount House, Ballymena Financial Planning (Commissioning) Temporary (Approx 8 months) £15.88 per hour 37.5 hours per week Main Purpose The post-holder will assist the Head Accountant and Support Accountants in the financial planning team, including providing financial analysis and assistance in the preparation of Capital and Revenue business cases, Value for Money and benchmarking exercises. They will also assist in the preparation and provision of analysis and information for decision making to include co-ordination and organisation of analytical work. Main Roles and Responsibilities Assist with the preparation, analysis and investigation of the financial planning aspects of Capital business cases using the appropriate accounting techniques and Departmental guidance. Assist with the completion of business case PPE’s and reviews as and when required. Assist with the review and evaluation of revenue service development business cases. Assist with the continual development of suitable databases for recording and monitoring Capital and Revenue business cases and the financial planning data used within the financial planning department. Assist with financial planning data gathering used for business cases, benchmarking and efficiency exercises and other value for money studies. Assistance to the financial planning senior staff in business cases, benchmarking, efficiency exercises and savings plans work. Assist the Support Accountant by providing financial data and analysis to support Service and Budget Agreement (SBA), Service Level Agreement and contract tendering, evaluation, monitoring and negotiations. Assist the Support Accountant with the financial aspects of Research & Development (R&D) within the Trust, including monthly monitoring and reports. Also providing financial assistance to the R&D department. Assist in communications with Senior Trust Staff, Clinicians and Professional managers in the discharge of duties and responsibilities. Assist with the collating, analysing data and information provision, including financial and non-financial for ad hoc exercises, reviews, investigations and appraisals as required. Essential Criteria: (Please note that Platinum Recruitment NI Ltd require original certificates as proof of all qualifications listed on CV) Demonstrate 4 years relevant* finance experience. OR Diploma for Accounting Technicians (ATI) or equivalent (QCF Level 5) with 2 years relevant* finance experience. Hold a current full driving licence which is valid for use in the UK and have access to a car on appointment. This criteria will be waived in the case of applicants whose disability prohibits driving but who have access to a form of transport approved by the Trust which will permit them to carry out the duties of the post. Working knowledge of advanced Microsoft Excel functions. Ability to prioritise and work within timescales and deadlines. Ability to analyse, interpret and present data and information from a range of systems/sources. Effective verabal and written communication skills. Effective planning and organisational skills. Ability to use own initiative to identify problems and solutions. Knowledge of structure and function of the Trust. Platinum Recruitment NI Ltd is an equal opportunities employer and a Corporate Member of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Platinum Recruitment NI Ltd adheres to all current employment legislation. We reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than the specified date, should we receive sufficient applications. If interested, please send your CV as early as possible. Please note only those candidates shortlisted may be contacted. Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK and Ireland. We are unable to sponsor or take over the sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. Successful candidates may need to apply for an Access NI Certificate with Platinum Recruitment NI Ltd regardless if you already have a valid certificate. It will be a cost of between £16 - £32 depending on clearance level