Finance & Verification Assistant

Finance & Verification Assistant

Full-Time 27254 - 29064 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Support the Funding Unit with financial monitoring and verification of grant expenditures.
  • Company: Join a dynamic council committed to good governance and community support.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working options, and opportunities for career advancement.
  • Other info: Potential for future opportunities within the council and a supportive work environment.
  • Why this job: Make a real difference by ensuring effective use of grant funding in your community.
  • Qualifications: Attention to detail and a passion for finance and compliance.

The predicted salary is between 27254 - 29064 £ per year.

Job ref: S/40/26

Job type: Permanent

Location: Cloonavin

Salary: Scale 4 (9-13) £27,254 - £29,064 per annum

Quantity of Posts Available: Three

Closing date: Monday 20 Jul 2026 16:00

Job summary:

Responsible for providing support to the Funding Unit to include financial, vouching, verification and monitoring of the Council's Grant Funding expenditure. Processing of all funds allocated to Grant Programmes by Council are recorded and reported on relevant Finance Systems. Ensure that all funds allocated to Grant Programmes by Council are effectively and efficiently accounted for in accordance with Council Policies and Procedures. Ensure that the department complies with all statutory and legislative requirements by adhering to these requirements and working in accordance with good governance and health and safety requirements. Ensure that all responsibilities are carried out in a timely and effective manner and that general confidentiality is maintained in all areas relating to the work of the Council.

PLEASE NOTE: Only application forms containing all the information which has been sought will be considered. The shortlisting panel will base shortlisting decisions on the information contained within the Essential Criteria narrative sections of the application form, however Desirable Criteria may be used. It is the applicant's responsibility to provide sufficient relevant information including dates in this section of the form for each criteria. A reserve list may be established in order to fill future permanent and temporary posts that may arise for another similar vacancy within the following 18 months. Should a similar post become available within this time period, the post may be offered to those candidates on the reserve list, in order of merit, without the requirement for a further interview. The post may be offered on a full-time, part-time, permanent, temporary or fixed-term basis.

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Finance & Verification Assistant employer: Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council

As a Finance & Verification Assistant at Cloonavin, you will join a supportive and dynamic team dedicated to ensuring the effective management of grant funding. Our work culture prioritises collaboration and professional development, offering numerous opportunities for growth within the Council. With a commitment to good governance and compliance, we provide a meaningful environment where your contributions directly impact the community.

Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council

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Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Finance & Verification Assistant

Communication Skills
Attention to Detail
Problem-Solving Skills
Ability to Work Under Pressure
Customer Service
Record Keeping
Adaptability