Finance Team Lead (Belfast, Hybrid)

VanRath; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Finance Lead to join its dynamic team in Belfast. This 12-month contract offers a unique opportunity to shape finance operations and drive improvements within a global organization. The role provides exposure to senior stakeholders, enhancing your leadership and strategic finance skills. You'll enjoy a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including hybrid working options and professional development opportunities. If you're an ambitious finance professional ready for a new challenge, this role could be your next step.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Hybrid working structure

Market-leading benefits package

Ongoing professional development

Enhanced company pension

Qualifications

• 2-3 years' experience in finance operations or credit-related environment.
• Experience in a team lead or managerial position.

Responsibilities

• Support the Finance Manager with daily operations.
• Lead the team in managing complex queries and credit risk.
• Prepare regular reporting for internal stakeholders.

Skills

Finance Operations

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Excel Proficiency

Time Management

Job description

Finance Lead (Belfast, Hybrid)

Are you a skilled finance professional seeking your next opportunity in Belfast City Centre? VANRATH is delighted to be partnering with a global organisation to recruit a Finance Lead for a 12-month contract. This newly created role offers the chance to take ownership of key finance processes and play a crucial part in shaping future operations within a dynamic and growing team.

Why contract?

This 12-month FTC opportunity as a Finance Lead within a global organisation offers the chance to make a significant impact by shaping finance operations and driving improvements. You'll gain valuable exposure to senior stakeholders and global teams, with the opportunity to develop your leadership and strategic finance skills. Enjoy a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and the potential for career progression, either through extension or permanency. This role is perfect for an ambitious finance professional seeking a fresh challenge in a dynamic, international environment.

What's on Offer
To attract top talent, the company offers a comprehensive remuneration package including:

• Competitive base salary
• Hybrid working structure
• Market-leading benefits package
• Chance to work in an international, fast-paced environment
• Ongoing professional development and clear progression opportunities
• Enhanced company pension

About You
You will be an experienced finance professional with:

• 2-3 years' experience in a finance operations or credit-related environment, ideally with team leadership exposure

• Experience in a team Lead or Managerial position

• Confident communicator able to collaborate with senior-level stakeholders

• Strong IT proficiency, especially in Excel

• Demonstrated ability to manage time, prioritise tasks, and lead effectively

Key Responsibilities
As Finance Lead, your duties will include:

• Supporting the Finance Manager with daily operations

• Collaborating with other leads to build structured training and development plans for team members

• Delegating tasks and ensuring prompt and accurate processing of finance activities

• Leading the team in managing complex queries, escalations, and credit risk

• Holding regular 1-to-1 sessions to support performance and development

• Supporting efforts to reduce aged debt and enhance cash flow

• Preparing regular reporting for internal stakeholders

For more information on this role, or to explore other Accountancy & Finance opportunities across Northern Ireland, please apply via the link or contact Chanel Gillen in confidence.