Finance Officer (Band 3) – Downpatrick

MPA Recruitment is working in partnership with the local Health and Social Care Trust to recruit a Band 3 Finance Officer based in the Downpatrick area.

As a Finance Officer, you will provide essential administrative support across a variety of settings within the Finance & Estates Directorate of the South Eastern Health and Social Care Trust. Working as part of a dedicated team, you will be expected to use your initiative and contribute to the efficient delivery of financial services.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for a range of administrative and financial duties, including:

• Contributing to the Trust's overall Financial Governance Framework.
• Processing financial information in accordance with established policies, procedures, and timescales.
• Investigating and responding to queries from a range of stakeholders, providing support and information to both finance and non-finance staff.
• Maintaining and assisting with reconciliations of control accounts.
• Supporting compliance with Public Sector Prompt Payment Policy.
• Providing administrative support to ensure the effective and efficient operation of the Finance & Estates Department.

Essential Criteria

Applicants must possess either:

• 4 GCSEs (Grades A–C), including English and Mathematics (or equivalent), plus at least 1 year's relevant experience;

OR

• A minimum of 2 years' relevant experience.

In addition, candidates must have:

• ECDL qualification or substantial experience and knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel (or equivalent).

Hours of Work

• Monday to Friday
• 9:00am – 5:00pm

Contract Details

• Temporary position
• Immediate start available

If you have relevant finance or administrative experience and are available to start immediately, we would love to hear from you.