Job Description
ACCA, CIMA, Chartered Accountant, NICS, Government Jobs
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The Finance Division within the Northern Ireland Civil Service (NICS) Department of Finance plays a central role in supporting effective financial management across government. As a key strategic partner, the division provides expert financial advice, robust governance, and high-quality analysis to ensure public funds are used responsibly and deliver maximum value for citizens. Working at the heart of government, the Finance Division drives continuous improvement, supports decision-making at senior levels, and contributes to the efficient delivery of public services across Northern Ireland.
Your new role
* Change strategy and planning: develop, implement and execute transformation and change strategies to support NICS initiatives and to align with business objectives. Collaborate with Finance Division SMT to identify and prioritise transformation initiatives. Create a plan, setting out the deliverables and activities required in a timeline to ensure completion and deliver in line with timeframe and milestones.
* Stakeholder engagement: collaborate with key stakeholder, including senior leadership, to drive alignment and buy-in for change efforts.
* Change impact assessment: Identify, assess and mitigate risks association with change programs and transformations.
* Communicate and training: Develop and implement communication and training plans to support employees through change.
* Process Improvements: assess current business processes and identify area for improvement. Identify opportunities for operational improvements and ensure best practices are embedded in Division.Foster a culture of adoptability and innovations, ensuring that change is sustainable and resource appropriately.
The post will also involve assisting the Financial Accounting Team with:
* The completion of the Year End Accounts and Audit
* Preparation and review of audit queries
* Management of the audit query inbox and audit query tracker
What you'll need to succeed Have successfully passed the final professional examinations and be a full current member of one of the professional bodies; or equivalent.(a) Chartered Accountants Ireland; (b) The Institute of Chartered Accountants in Scotland; (c) The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales; (d) The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants; (e) The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants;(f) The Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy; (g) The Institute of Certified Public Accountants in Ireland.
What you'll get in return
* Hybrid working pattern- 2 days offer/ 3 days home
* Flexibility options- flexible time and flexible start/finish times
* 37-hour working week- opening to part time
* 37 day annual leave
* A 12-month+ contract with a supported pathway to future permanent NICS opportunities
* Collaborative team environment
* Exposure to senior stakeholders and departmental decision-making
What you need to do nowIf 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.#4774529