Staff Officer Accountant
| Posting date: | 03 October 2025 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 17 October 2025 |
| Location: | Londonderry, County Londonderry, BT48 7BH |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 4727794_1759495817 |
Summary
Your new company
You will work for a public sector organisation on a 1-year contract with possible extension.
Your new role
You will report to the DP Accountant directly and provide support in the production of financial and management information to the CEO and Senior Management Team. Working with other members of the Finance Team, you will be responsible for the preparation of monthly reports and financial information, providing day-to-day guidance and support to the Finance Department and to managers / staff to ensure efficient and effective service delivery, thereby contributing to achievement of organisational objectives and organisational change.
Duties and responsibilities include:
Analysis of financial data
Assist with the production of monthly or quarterly management accounting information
Assist with the preparation of Annual Reports and Accounts in accordance with Financial Reporting Standard
Overseeing payroll and expenses systems, ensuring calculations are accurate and on time. In addition, ensuring that any associated payments are made in a timely manner.
Delivering on deadlines for monthly and year-end returns to statutory bodies
Dealing with internal and external auditors, including Northern Ireland Audit Office
Management of the fixed asset register, purchase and sales ledgers
Overseeing multiple bank accounts and authorising bank payments
Providing financial returns to governing departments when requested
Providing advice and guidance on the use and interpretation of financial information, accounting requirements and best practice
Assist in the drafting and implementation of financial policies, procedures and controls
Management of the financial processing function
Management of staff and other resources
May be required to carry out any other duties that may, from time to time, reasonably be required within
What you'll need to succeed
Have successfully passed the final professional examinations and be a full current member of a professional Accountancy Body
1 year's experience in an Accountancy or Finance environment.
1 year's experience of managing staff and resources.
A proven ability to work to demanding time schedules and deadlines.
Proven decision-making and problem-solving skills.
Desirable
Experience of working for a public body
What you'll get in return You will work for a leading public body on a contracted basis. Hours of work are Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, hybrid working.
What you need to do now
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