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Job description

Early Years the organisation for young children wish to recruit a Finance Officer.

Responsibilities

• Be part of a finance team supporting the Head of Finance Services in the promotion of efficient and effective delivery of strong financial management within Early Years.
• The role is 37 hours per week, permanent, based in Early Years Headquarters, Belfast.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• 5 GCSEs to include English and Maths at Grade C or above (or equivalent).
• At least 3 years working in a finance role with at least 1 year of experience working at a similar level.
• Experience of maintaining budgets.
• Experience of producing financial reports, such as income and expenditure.
• Proficient in the use of MS Office.
• Ability to develop good working relationships with external organisations.

Desirable Skills

• Part or newly qualified accountant.
• Good working knowledge of the Sage 200 accounting package.
• Experience of working in the voluntary sector in a financial capacity.
• Experience of preparing grant claims for funding bodies.
• Experience of payroll processing.

Further Information

The post holder will be part of a finance team supporting the Head of Finance Services in the promotion of efficient and effective delivery of strong financial management within Early Years in support of a strong, sustainable outcomes-focused and evidence-led organisation for young children. To find out more about the role and to apply, visit our website www.early-years.org/careers. Closing date: Wednesday 4 December 2024 at 10am. Assessment and Interview date: Wednesday 11 December 2024. Early Years is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to providing flexible friendly working conditions. As Protestants and males are currently known to be under-represented in the Organisation, we would particularly welcome applications from these groups.