Finance Administrator- PT- Lisburn (Peaceplus)

South East Fermanagh Foundation; Lisburn; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a part-time PEACEPLUS Finance Administrator to provide financial management and administrative support for the VSS PULSE Project. The role involves budgeting, cash flow management, and compliance with financial procedures. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications and experience in finance administration, ensuring effective management of public funds. SEFF offers a supportive workplace culture with flexible working arrangements and various benefits.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Paid sickness leave

Bonus days at Christmas

Hybrid and flexible working

Wellness programs

CPD support

Positive workplace culture

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in budget management and reporting.
• Practical experience with cloud accounting software and payroll processing.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial aspects of the VSS PULSE funded project.
• Assist with budgeting, cash flow management, and project reporting.
• Ensure adherence to financial procedures and controls.

Skills

Budget management

Variance analysis

Cloud accounting software

Payroll processing

Microsoft Excel

Education

Part-qualified membership of a recognized professional body

Fully Qualified Accounting Technician

Tools

Xero

Job description

Full Job Description

Job Title: PEACEPLUS Finance Administrator - PT

Positions: 1 x PT

Organisation: South East Fermanagh Foundation (SEFF)

Location: Monday - Lisburn, Tuesday - Lisburn, Wednesday - Fivemiletown, Thursday - Lisburn. Balance 2.5 hours flexi.

Salary: NJC SO2 Pt 26 - £31,307 gross per annum (funded until 30th June)

Hours: 32.5 hours

Reports to: Finance Manager

Purpose of the Role

The Project Financial Administrator is responsible for providing financial management, oversight, and administrative support for the VSS PULSE Project. They must manage, plan, and deliver financial support services for all VSS PULSE activities, ensuring a robust system of risk management, control, and governance. The Finance and Administration Officer will serve as the central point for advice on financial and administrative matters related to the project, working closely with VSS and SEUPB to ensure all project deliverables meet high standards.

Responsibilities

1. Manage financial aspects of the VSS PULSE funded project, including budgeting, cash flow management, project reporting, and claim submission.
2. Assist with managing and maintaining cloud-based accounting software, ensuring accurate data entry and financial tracking.
3. Support daily reconciliations, accounts payable and receivable, and financial reporting processes.
4. Process payroll accurately and on time, ensuring compliance with regulations, maintaining employee records, and managing deductions.
5. Ensure adherence to financial procedures, controls, and structures for effective management of public funds.
6. Assist with month-end closure, including production of management accounts, analytical review, and variance analysis.
7. Oversee reconciliations of all balance sheet and profit and loss accounts, ensuring data integrity.
8. Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual returns to SEUPB and VSS.
9. Liaise with VSS and external controllers to submit claims within required timelines.
10. Manage VSS PULSE procurement, ensuring compliance with SEUPB rules and promoting value for money.
11. Support the annual budgeting process, liaising with budget holders to report on expenditure.
12. Ensure timely payments to suppliers in line with programme policies.
13. Prepare and collate monitoring data as required by SEUPB, VSS, and SEFF.
14. Provide wider finance and admin support across SEFF teams.
15. Respond to Office Manager inquiries and support office-based activities.
16. Perform any other duties reasonably requested by SEFF senior management.

Role Competencies

Essential Criteria: By the application deadline, candidates must demonstrate:

• Part-qualified membership of a recognized professional body (e.g., CIMA, ACCA, CIPFA, ICAEW, ICAI, or equivalent) OR a Fully Qualified Accounting Technician.
• Minimum of 2 years' practical experience in:
• Budget management, variance analysis, and reporting.
• Using cloud accounting software (e.g., Xero).
• Processing payroll.
• Using Microsoft Excel for data manipulation and reporting.
• Month-end closure, including reconciliation and management accounts.
• Audit processes.
• Working with non-financial departments for support and analysis.
• Developing financial processes and procedures.

Employee Value Proposition

SEFF offers benefits including generous annual leave, paid sickness leave, bonus days at Christmas, hybrid and flexible working, wellness programs, CPD support, and a positive workplace culture with team events.

Skills & Benefits

• Accounts and finance administration skills.
• Invoice processing and ledger management.
• Flexible working arrangements, paid holidays, pension, bonus leave, EAP programs.