Finance Officer

Cancer Focus Northern Ireland; Belfast; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a proactive Finance Officer to join their dynamic team in Belfast. This role is pivotal in ensuring the smooth operation of the Finance Department, involving tasks such as income processing, accounts payable, and record-keeping. Ideal candidates will thrive in a collaborative environment, managing multiple priorities while supporting local communities on their cancer journey. With a focus on teamwork and communication, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to meaningful work while enjoying benefits like flexible working hours and generous annual leave.

Benefits

Flexible Working

25 Days Annual Leave

Enhanced Maternity/Adoption Pay

Pension Scheme

Cycle to Work

Mileage Allowance

Life Assurance

Healthcare

Disability Support

Qualifications

• Experience in a finance office environment is essential.
• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office is required.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase invoices and manage financial records.
• Support annual audits and maintain organized filing systems.
• Handle finance correspondence and inquiries.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Teamwork

Communication Skills

Initiative

Prioritization

Education

GCSE Maths and English

Recognized Accountancy Qualification

Tools

MS Office

Sage 50

Spreadsheets

Job description

Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

Cancer Focus Northern Ireland

Posted 1 day ago

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Full Job Description

Reports to: Director of Finance & Corporate Affairs
Hours: 21 hours per week
Location: Montgomery House, Belfast
Remuneration: £28,437 - £30,616 Pro-rata (FTE 35 hours)

About the Post

Cancer Focus Northern Ireland is seeking a proactive and organized Finance Officer to join our busy Finance team. This vital role supports the smooth operation of the Finance Department through various finance and administrative tasks, including income processing, accounts payable, and financial record-keeping.

The ideal candidate will have experience working in a finance environment, maintaining accurate records, and handling queries from internal and external stakeholders. This position is varied and rewarding, perfect for someone who enjoys collaborative work, can manage competing priorities, and is eager to contribute to an organization supporting local people on their cancer journey.

Key Responsibilities

1. Sorting, counting, and lodging all monies received.
2. Processing and coding purchase invoices, staff and volunteer expenses.
3. Processing supplier payment runs.
4. Processing sales invoices and following up on credit control functions.
5. Supporting input of income batches into RaisersEdge.
6. Assisting with preparation for annual audits.
7. Inputting credit card donations as received.
8. Processing corporate credit card transactions/journals to Sage 50.
9. Administering and reconciling petty cash.
10. Handling finance correspondence and inquiries via accounts inbox and staff team.
11. Maintaining organized filing systems on SharePoint.
12. Providing administrative support to the HR Officer as required.
13. Learning other finance team duties to provide holiday/absence cover.
14. Undertaking any other duties relevant to the post.

This job description is not exhaustive and may be amended to meet the charity’s needs after discussion with the postholder.

Person Specification

Essential Criteria

• GCSE Maths and English or equivalent qualifications.
• Relevant experience in a finance office environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, teamwork, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office, spreadsheets, and accounting software.
• Ability to use initiative and manage priorities.

Desirable Criteria

• A recognized accountancy qualification (ATI or similar).
• Experience with sales and purchase ledger transactions, including invoice processing.
• Experience coding invoices for posting to the General Ledger.
• Experience with Sage 50 accounts.
• Minimum two years relevant finance experience.

Additional Information

Successful applicants must provide proof of right to work in the UK, undergo a Basic Access NI check, and pass reference checks. The role includes a 12-month probation period.

Benefits include flexible working, 25 days annual leave plus statutory days, enhanced maternity/adoption pay, pension scheme, cycle to work, mileage allowance, life assurance, healthcare, and disability support.

Cancer Focus NI is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to contact us for reasonable adjustments during the application process.

Application Process

The deadline for applications is 5:00 pm, 22nd May 2025. Interviews are scheduled for the week commencing 2nd June 2025.

To apply, submit an updated CV and cover letter by the deadline to the provided contact details.