Senior Finance Officer - Hybrid
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Are you interested in joining a community-focused local authority at the forefront of peace-building and social inclusion through innovative European programmes. This is an exciting opportunity to support cross-border projects that foster reconciliation, social cohesion, and sustainable development within Newtownabbey, with a contract minimum duration of six months.
Salary/Benefits: £39,000 starting salary Initial 6 month contract with potential for extension Immediate start available Flexibility to work across various sites Hybrid working available upon agreement Training and development potential About your next employer: This role is based within a prominent local authority in Newtownabbey, dedicated to fostering community well-being and social progress. As a key partner in the PEACEPLUS Programme, the authority delivers vital cross-border initiatives that promote peace, collaboration, and social inclusion. With a team managing EU-funded projects valued at around €5 million, you will contribute to impactful programmes that benefit local communities and support wider peace-building efforts.
About you: Hold a Level 5 qualification or equivalent in Accounting, Finance, or Public Sector Financial Management, or demonstrable relevant experience At least 1 year of experience in financial management, monitoring budgets, and evaluating funded projects Experience working with EU or similar funding frameworks and compliance requirements Strong attention to detail, organisational skills, and the ability to work independently Excellent communication skills, both written and oral Valid driving licence and access to transport for travel What you'll do: Manage financial procedures and ensure compliance with EU, local authority, and funder guidelines across multiple projects Prepare and submit accurate financial claims Support financial forecasting, variance analysis, and reporting for the programme Assist in maintaining audit readiness by collating documentation and supporting compliance checks Contribute to data collection, monitoring, and analysis to evaluate programme progress Support procurement and verification activities in line with best practices and funder requirements For further information on this job, apply via the link or contact Dan Morgan for a confidential chat today. Follow VANRATH on LinkedIn for expert career advice, the latest jobs, industry news and much more
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