Finance Officer

The Resource Centre Derry; Londonderry; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Londonderry is seeking a Finance Officer to ensure timely and accurate financial administration. Responsibilities include maintaining financial records, supporting audits, and managing procurement processes. The ideal candidate will have a qualification in accounting or finance, along with at least two years of relevant experience. This role demands strong analytical skills and attention to detail to comply with sector regulations and support the organization's growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience in financial administration or accounting.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Full current driving license and access to a car.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate, audit-ready financial records for the organization.
• Support the development and implementation of financial systems.
• Assist with internal audits and prepare documentation for external auditors.
• Input all financial transactions into the accounting system.
• Assist with preparation of monthly management accounts.

Skills

Financial administration

Audit preparation

Procurement procedures

Payroll preparation

Financial documentation compliance

Education

IATI Accounting Technician Diploma or equivalent

Third level qualification in accounting and finance

Part qualified accountancy qualification

Job description

To support the Chief Executive Officer, General Manager, and Finance Manager through the delivery of accurate, timely, and robust financial administration. The post holder will maintain strong financial controls, assist with procurement and income auditing, support funding applications with financial information, and ensure that financial systems across the organisation operate to a high standard of governance, transparency, and compliance. The Finance Officer will work collaboratively across all departments, ensuring that the organisation’s financial records are accurate, auditable, and aligned with charity sector requirements and internal policies. The role supports organisational growth, commercial diversification, and the delivery of essential community services.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate, up to date, and audit-ready financial records for the organisation. Ensure financial documentation complies with legislation, internal policy, and funder requirements.
• Support the development, maintenance, and implementation of financial systems and procedures. Assist with internal audits and prepare documentation for external auditors.
• Maintain strong financial controls including segregation of duties and evidence-based reconciliation. Support preparation of financial evidence for funding applications and grants.
• Obtain quotes for goods and services in line with the organisation’s procurement procedures. Verify all purchase orders, supplier invoices, and payments for accuracy and authorisation.
• Maintain procurement records that can be audited by funders and regulatory bodies. Support the General Manager and Finance Manager in monitoring expenditure across multiple projects.
• Input all financial transactions into the organisation’s accounting system. Support the month‑end process including journals, accruals, and reconciliations.
• Assist with preparation of monthly management accounts. Assist the General Manager and Finance Manager with departmental financial reports. Prepare supporting schedules for the Chief Executive Officer, General Manager, and Board.
• Support the Finance Manager with payroll preparation. Ensure timesheets, attendance records, and payroll documentation are accurate and complete.
• Maintain accurate records of staff annual leave, sick leave, and other entitlements. Support payroll reporting requirements including submissions to HMRC and pension providers.
• Maintain and update the fixed asset register. Ensure all acquisitions, disposals, and asset movements are recorded. Support funder auditing of assets purchased through restricted funds.
• Prepare and process approved payments including BACS, cheques, and supplier transfers. Perform bank reconciliations and monitor account balances. Resolve payment queries with suppliers. Ensure compliance.
• Prepare financial evidence for funding applications, tenders, business cases, and redeployment requests. Assist the General Manager and Finance Manager with financial analysis for project proposals. Track spend.
• Administrative and IT duties

Skills and Qualifications

• IATI Accounting Technician Diploma or equivalent Or Third level qualification with significant accounting and finance elements Or Part qualified accountancy qualification And A full current driving licence and access to a car..
• At least 2 years experience in financial administration or financial accounting.
• Fully qualified Accountant.