Higher Finance Officer - Ballymena
In this role you will assist over a full range of Financial Management duties, including the development of systems and controls for the effective financial management of the Trust.
About the role:
* £13.57 per hour
* Monday - Friday (9:00am - 5:00pm)
* 37.5 hours a week
* Duration: Immediate start up to 31st May 2026
* Opportunity for hybrid working following the initial induction period
* Please note closing date for this vacancy is Tuesday 20th January 2026 at 12 noon - however you can register your interest for other upcoming vacancies by applying today
What you'll be doing in this role:
* Assists with the establishment, development and maintenance of an efficient and effective system of budgetary control.
* Responsible for the preparation and input of approved changes to the Trust Budgetary System.
* Assists with the preparation of Financial Management reports by Directorate on the Trust Financial position, including investigating variances.
* Creation and maintenance of budget reports and structures for managers.
* Provision of management information advice and training to budget managers. Liaison in the form of planned meetings for financial review, feedback and development.
* Carry out variance analysis and ad hoc investigations of budget/expenditure as requested by budget managers.
* Responsible for the completion and upkeep of regular payroll and non-pay expenditure adjustments.
* Assist in the identification of funding in relation to vacancies and Organisation Management changes including preparing staffing establishments.
* Undertake any other duties, within the Band as may be required.
What you'll need for this role:
* Demonstrate 3 years' relevant finance experience.
* OR Certificate for Accounting Technicians (ATI) or equivalent (QCF Level 4) with 1 year's relevant finance experience.
* Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
* Ability to prioritise and work within timescales and deadlines.
* Ability to analyse financial information and communicate subsequent evaluation
* Knowledge of structure and function of the Trust.
* 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.
Riada Resourcing is an equal opportunities employer.