Job Description

19.72 per hour NIFRS Headquarters, Lisburn Up to 6 months, with possibility of extension

Your new company

You will be working with Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service, supporting the Finance Directorate in the delivery of a modern, professional and responsive financial service. NIFRS' vision is "Protecting our Community", with a mission to deliver a fire and rescue service and work in partnership with others to ensure the safety and well-being of the community.

Your new role

• As Accounting Technician, you will provide high-quality administrative and technical finance support to assist with the timely and accurate production of financial reports, financial information and reconciliations.
• You will support either Strategic Financial Management or Financial Reporting and Accounting, assisting with areas such as management accounts, budget monitoring, forecasts, journals, month-end and year-end accounts procedures, reconciliations, statutory returns and financial reporting.
• You will also help maintain accurate financial records, prepare journals, produce ad-hoc financial management information, support non-current asset reconciliations, assist with treasury management functions and contribute to the continual improvement of finance processes and systems.
• The role will involve liaising with internal and external stakeholders, supporting audit requirements, handling sensitive financial information in line with GDPR, and providing a high level of customer service across the organisation.

What you'll need to succeed

To be considered for this role, you should have:

• 5 GCSEs at Grade C or above, or equivalent, including English Language and Mathematics
• A minimum of two years' experience working in a finance environment within a medium to large organisation
• Experience preparing journals and completing month-end reconciliations
• Experience working with a computerised accounts package
• Advanced Excel skills to capture, analyse and report data
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to deliver high-quality work
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Effective communication skills and a strong customer service focus
• Competence in Microsoft applications and accounting software systems

It would be desirable if you are a fully qualified Accounting Technician with membership of a recognised body such as AAT or ATI, and/or have experience working within local government or the public sector.
What you'll get in return

• You will receive a competitive hourly rate of 19.72 per hour, based at NIFRS Headquarters in Lisburn, in a role offered for up to 6 months with the possibility of extension.
• Flexible working options are available.

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