Finance Officer (Band 3) Downpatrick
| Posting date: | 07 January 2026 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 14 January 2026 |
| Location: | Downpatrick, County Down, BT30 6RA |
| Company: | The Recruitment Co |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | JL/FOB3_1767797527 |
Summary
Finance Officer - Band 3 (Temporary / Agency)
Rate: £12.31 per hour
Location: Downpatrick
Department: Finance & Estates
We are seeking Band 3 Finance Officers to provide administrative and financial support across the Finance & Estates Directorate. The post holder will work as part of a busy team, supporting effective financial operations within the Trust.
Key Duties- Process financial information in line with Trust policies and timescales
- Assist with reconciliations and investigation of financial queries
- Input, validate, and retrieve financial data using computerised systems and spreadsheets
- Support compliance with Public Sector Prompt Payment Policy
- Provide administrative support including correspondence, reports, filing, and meeting arrangements
- Handle large volumes of cash/coin where required
- Manage workloads to meet weekly, monthly, and annual deadlines
- Liaise effectively with staff and stakeholders across the Trust
- Option 1: 4 GCSEs (Grades A-C or equivalent) including English & Maths and 1 year's relevant experience
OR - Option 2: 2 years' relevant experience
Relevant experience: working with computerised financial systems in a busy finance office.
- ECDL or equivalent or strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
- Strong organisational, communication, and IT skills
- Ability to work independently and accurately
- Full UK driving licence and access to a car (may be waived depending on post and individual circumstances)