Finance Officer – Band 3 (Temporary / Agency)

Rate: £12.31 per hour
Location: Downpatrick
Department: Finance & Estates

Role Overview

We are seeking Band 3 Finance Officers to provide administrative and financial support across the Finance & Estates Directorate. The post holder will work as part of a busy team, supporting effective financial operations within the Trust.

Key Duties

• Process financial information in line with Trust policies and timescales
• Assist with reconciliations and investigation of financial queries
• Input, validate, and retrieve financial data using computerised systems and spreadsheets
• Support compliance with Public Sector Prompt Payment Policy
• Provide administrative support including correspondence, reports, filing, and meeting arrangements
• Handle large volumes of cash/coin where required
• Manage workloads to meet weekly, monthly, and annual deadlines
• Liaise effectively with staff and stakeholders across the Trust

Essential Criteria

• Option 1: 4 GCSEs (Grades A-C or equivalent) including English & Maths and 1 year’s relevant experience
  OR
• Option 2: 2 years’ relevant experience

Relevant experience: working with computerised financial systems in a busy finance office.

• ECDL or equivalent or strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
• Strong organisational, communication, and IT skills
• Ability to work independently and accurately

Other Requirements

• Full UK driving licence and access to a car (may be waived depending on post and individual circumstances)