At a Glance
- Tasks: Support financial assessment and monitoring of impactful projects.
- Company: Established public organisation managing cross-border funding programmes.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid work, and valuable finance experience.
- Other info: Join a supportive team with opportunities for career growth.
- Why this job: Make a difference in community projects while developing your finance skills.
- Qualifications: Experience with financial data analysis and strong reporting skills.
The predicted salary is between 37694 - 38990 £ per year.
Your new company
You will join a well-established, publicly funded organisation responsible for managing large-scale cross-border funding programmes. With a strong focus on governance and value for money, the organisation supports projects that deliver economic and community impact.
Your new role
As a Temporary Finance Programme Officer, you will support the financial assessment, delivery, and monitoring of funded projects from application through to closure. Key duties include:
- Assessing project applications with a strong focus on financial analysis, risk, and value for money.
- Producing clear reports and funding recommendations for decision-making committees.
- Monitoring a portfolio of projects, ensuring financial compliance and delivery of outputs.
- Maintaining robust financial controls, audit compliance, and governance processes.
- Verifying expenditure and tracking project progress against agreed objectives.
- Acting as a key contact for stakeholders, providing financial guidance - (finance business partnering).
- Preparing reports, briefings, and contributing to programme improvements.
What you’ll need to succeed
- Experience working with and analysing financial data.
- Strong reporting skills and ability to produce financial assessments.
- Knowledge of financial controls, governance, and compliance.
- Experience in project/programme monitoring.
- Strong Excel/database skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
Desirable:
- Third-level qualification.
- Experience in funding, grants, or public sector programmes.
- Project management and finance background.
What you’ll get in return
- Salary of 37,694 - 38,990.
- Valuable experience in a finance-led programme environment.
- Exposure to large-scale funding and governance frameworks.
- Multiple roles available.
- 6-9 month contract with potential to extend.
- Supportive team and full-time hours (37 per week).
- Hybrid flexibility, 2 days WFH and 3 days in office.
What you need to do now
If you’re interested in this role, click apply now to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn’t quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Finance Programme Officer in Belfast employer: Hays
Join a dynamic and supportive publicly funded organisation in Belfast, where your role as a Finance Programme Officer will not only enhance your financial expertise but also contribute to impactful community projects. With a strong emphasis on governance and value for money, you will benefit from a collaborative work culture, opportunities for professional growth, and the flexibility of hybrid working arrangements, making it an excellent place for meaningful employment.
