Finance Officer - Public Sector - Ballymena Your new company You will be joining a large public sector organisation that plays a vital role in delivering essential services to communities across Northern Ireland. This organisation is committed to excellence, transparency, and collaboration, ensuring that financial management supports the delivery of high-quality services. Working within a professional and supportive environment, you will contribute to a team that values integrity and continuous improvement. Your new role As Finance Officer, you will assist in a wide range of financial management duties, ensuring robust systems and controls are in place. Reporting to a Finance Analyst, your responsibilities will include: Supporting the development and maintenance of budgetary control systems Preparing and inputting approved changes to the budgetary system Assisting with financial reports and variance analysis Creating and maintaining budget reports for managers Providing advice and training to budget holders Completing payroll and non-pay expenditure adjustments Assisting with funding identification and staffing establishment preparation. This role requires accuracy, analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with internal stakeholders. What you'll need to succeed Minimum of 3 years’ relevant finance experience OR Accounting Technician qualification (Level 4) with 2 years’ experience Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel Ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines Analytical skills to interpret financial data and communicate findings Full UK driving licence and access to transport What you'll get in return Competitive hourly rate Paid weekly by Hays Flexi time working arrangements to support work-life balance Opportunity to gain experience in a respected organisation Supportive team environment with ongoing training Paid Holidays Pension Free onsite parking Work in an established and experienced team 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 about your career. 4743875