Finance Officer- Maternity Contract

Nominate Recruitment Ltd; Downpatrick; On-site; GBP 17,908 - 24,796; Part time

Job summary

Nominate Recruitment Ltd is partnering with a well-respected charity in Downpatrick to appoint a Finance Officer. The role focuses on maintaining accurate financial records, supporting invoicing for transport, maintenance and utilities, and managing the client financial database within an office-based environment.

You will liaise with Service Managers, assist with social security and housing benefits as Corporate Appointee, and handle general finance administration, banking and archiving.

Qualifications

• A Level 3 qualification in Finance, Accounting or a Business-related discipline.
• At least 1 year's experience in a finance or accounts role involving financial record keeping and computerised finance systems.
• Experience using SAGE 50 Accounts, including invoice processing, journal entries and bank reconciliations.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
• A compassionate, professional approach and a desire to work within the charity sector.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining accurate financial records to support invoicing for service user transport, maintenance and utility costs.
• Maintaining and updating the client financial database.
• Liaising with Service Managers to ensure Service User Financial Agreements are accurate and up to date.
• Working with the Department for Communities regarding service user benefits and savings thresholds.
• Supporting the organisation in its role as Corporate Appointee by assisting with applications for social security, pension and housing benefits.
• Assisting with general finance administration, filing, invoice processing and document archiving.
• Completing regular banking duties, including lodgements and withdrawals on behalf of the organisation and service users.
• Supporting day-to-day finance operations and maintaining accurate financial records.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Compassionate approach

Education

A Level 3 qualification in Finance/Accounting/Business

Tools

SAGE 50 Accounts

Job description

Finance Officer – Exclusive Opportunity

Location: Downpatrick

Pay: £15.25 per hour

Hours: Up to 33 hours per week – Temporary Maternity Cover

Workplace: Office Based

Nominate Recruitment is delighted to be working exclusively with a well-respected charity dedicated to creating opportunities, building confidence, and empowering adults with learning disabilities to live full, independent, and meaningful lives.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive organisation where your finance skills will directly contribute to making a positive difference in people's lives.

The Role

As Finance Officer, you will play a key role in supporting the organisation's financial administration and ensuring accurate financial records are maintained.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining accurate financial records to support invoicing for service user transport, maintenance and utility costs.
• Maintaining and updating the client financial database.
• Liaising with Service Managers to ensure Service User Financial Agreements are accurate and up to date.
• Working with the Department for Communities regarding service user benefits and savings thresholds.
• Supporting the organisation in its role as Corporate Appointee by assisting with applications for social security, pension and housing benefits.
• Assisting with general finance administration, filing, invoice processing and document archiving.
• Completing regular banking duties, including lodgements and withdrawals on behalf of the organisation and service users.
• Supporting day‑to‑day finance operations and maintaining accurate financial records.

Qualifications

• A Level 3 qualification (A Level, NVQ, BTEC or equivalent) in Finance, Accounting or a Business‑related discipline.
• At least 1 year's experience in a finance or accounts role involving financial record keeping and computerised finance systems.
• Experience using SAGE 50 Accounts, including invoice processing, journal entries and bank reconciliations.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
• A compassionate, professional approach and a desire to work within the charity sector.

This role would also suit a recent Finance, Accounting or Business graduate who has completed a relevant placement year and is looking to begin their career within a rewarding organisation.