Job Description
Finance Officer – Belfast – Hybrid Working – Permanent
Your new company A respected not‑for‑profit organisation based in Belfast is seeking a Finance Officer to join its central support team. The organisation provides vital community services across the region and is committed to supporting individuals to live independently. With a strong focus on social impact, staff wellbeing, and organisational values, this organisation offers a rewarding and people‑focused working environment. Due to continued growth and internal development, an opportunity has arisen within the finance department for a driven Finance Officer to join the team on a permanent basis.Your new role Reporting to the Assistant Accountant, you will take ownership of a broad range of transactional finance duties while supporting month‑end and year‑end processes. You will also act as a key point of contact for internal teams and play an important role in ensuring accurate financial records and smooth day‑to‑day operations.Your responsibilities will include:Accounts Payable
* Processing supplier invoices and credit notes
* Matching invoices to purchase orders and following approval workflows
* Preparing supplier payment runs
* Sending supplier statements and resolving invoice queries
* Completing supplier account reconciliations
Accounts Receivable
* Creating and issuing customer invoices
* Ensuring timely and accurate billing for services provided
* Managing debt collection, issuing reminders and following up on outstanding balances
* Liaising with external stakeholders to ensure prompt payment
* Monitoring, allocating and reconciling customer receipts
* Producing and issuing customer statements
Finance Support
* Assisting with month‑end and year‑end journals and reconciliations
* Managing and reconciling direct debits
* Processing staff expense claims
* Posting cash expenditure from service teams
* Maintaining accurate financial files and records
* Responding to internal and external financial queries
* Providing cover for payroll and finance administration when required
* Supporting audit preparation and contributing to audit processes
* Assisting senior finance staff with financial reporting
Administration
* Acting as the main point of contact at central reception
* Handling incoming calls, post and general enquiries
* Ordering supplies for offices and service teams
What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you will bring:
* Experience in a similar finance or transactional accounting role
* Strong knowledge of purchase ledger and sales ledger processes
* Excellent organisational skills and strong attention to detail
* Confident communication skills when dealing with internal teams and external partners
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
* Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team
* A professional, values‑driven approach to your work
A finance qualification (such as Accounting Technician) would be beneficial but is not essential with relevant experience.What you'll get in return You will join a supportive, mission‑driven organisation with a strong emphasis on staff wellbeing. In return, you will receive:
* £28,000–£32,000 per annum
* Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days WFH)
* 33 days annual leave, rising to 38 with each year of service
* 6% employer pension contribution
* Private health cover, including 24/7 GP access, diagnostics and physiotherapy
* Option to add family members to healthcare at discounted rates
* Opportunities for development and internal progression
* A positive, inclusive working culture where your contribution is valued
What you need to do now
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