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Finance Officer- Maternity Cover

Finance Officer – Exclusive Opportunity

  • Downpatrick
  • £15.25 per hour
  • Up to 33 hours per week- Maternity Contract
  • Office Based

Nominate Recruitment is delighted to be working exclusively with a well-respected charity dedicated to creating opportunities, building confidence, and empowering adults with learning disabilities to live full, independent, and meaningful lives.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive organisation where your finance skills will directly contribute to making a positive difference in people's lives.

The Role

As Finance Officer, you will play a key role in supporting the organisation's financial administration and ensuring accurate financial records are maintained.

Your responsibilities will include:

✔ Maintaining accurate financial records to support invoicing for service user transport, maintenance and utility costs.
✔ Maintaining and updating the client financial database.
✔ Liaising with Service Managers to ensure Service User Financial Agreements are accurate and up to date.
✔ Working with the Department for Communities regarding service user benefits and savings thresholds.
✔ Supporting the organisation in its role as Corporate Appointee by assisting with applications for social security, pension and housing benefits.
✔ Assisting with general finance administration, filing, invoice processing and document archiving.
✔ Completing regular banking duties, including lodgements and withdrawals on behalf of the organisation and service users.
✔ Supporting day-to-day finance operations and maintaining accurate financial records.

What We're Looking For

✅ A Level 3 qualification (A Level, NVQ, BTEC or equivalent) in Finance, Accounting or a Business-related discipline.
✅ At least 1 year's experience in a finance or accounts role involving financial record keeping and computerised finance systems.
✅ Experience using SAGE 50 Accounts, including invoice processing, journal entries and bank reconciliations.
✅ Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
✅ A compassionate, professional approach and a desire to work within the charity sector.

This role would also suit a recent Finance, Accounting or Business graduate who has completed a relevant placement year and is looking to begin their career within a rewarding organisation.

 


Location: Downpatrick | Salary: £15.25 per hour | Job type: Contract | Posted: 22/07/2026

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