Total 45 finance banking insurance job vacancies in Belfast, County Antrim, BT1 3ES

Search Recruitment are partnering with an Edinburgh based business to recruit a Finance Manager to provide strategic financial guidance and support the senior leadership team.

Within the role, you'll be responsible for delivering insightful financial analysis, managing cash flow, overseeing regulatory compliance, and leading the budgeting and financial planning processes.

If you're a Qualified or Qualified by Experience Accountant looking to join a supportive, dynamic team and are comfortable engaging with key stakeholders at all levels of business, you'd be encouraged to apply.

Your key responsibilities will include:
* Support senior management with data-driven financial insights to help achieve strategic and financial objectives.
* Prepare and present accurate monthly management accounts and cash flow forecasts.
* Manage and streamline accounting processes to maximise efficiency.
* Oversee cash flow management.
* Produce year-end statutory accounts.
* Ensure compliance with UK and international regulations, including VAT.
* Lead the annual budget process and maintain updated financial forecasts.
* Develop key performance metrics and recommend actions to address variances.
* Identify financial risks and deliver effective mitigation.

Key skills and experience you'll ideally have:
* A Qualified or Qualified by Experience Accountant
* Strong IT and analytical skills.
* Strong strategic finance background.
* Exceptional attention to detail and ability to deliver accurate reporting on time.
* Effective communicator with a collaborative approach.
* Confident delivering strategic analysis and hands-on accounting tasks.

What's in it for you:
* Flexible hybrid working options.
* Opportunities for career progression and personal development.
* Private health insurance.
* A salary range of circa 50k- 60k, depending on experience.

If you'd like to apply or find out more, please submit your CV via the advert at the earliest opportunity or get in touch at fergus.wade@search.co.uk.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.

Submitting your application

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Interviews are anticipated to take place on Tuesday 3rd December 2024

Typical Role Requirements

Here are the kind of activities that you'll be asked to undertake and ways in which you'll be expected to operate.

Service Delivery
* Show a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and the University's values.
* Provide an excellent and timely service to our students, your colleagues and anyone else you come across as part of your role.
* Use your experience and problem-solving skills to resolve routine issues with things relevant to your role such as raising purchase requisitions, processing student payments, credit card payments, requests for one-time payments and provide information and updates to help your team find solutions.
* Collect, organise and record data and information accurately and provide reports as required.
* Promote positive wellbeing arrangements which benefit you and your team.
* When carrying out your role, use and apply relevant professional and regulatory standards e.g. data protection when managing data.
* Use standard office-based devices and applications such as word, excel and power point to deliver services.
* Update guidance on standard operating procedures followed by the team.
* Arrange meeting/event venues and travel arrangements for other team members.

Teamwork
* Resolve queries and respond to requests for information and advice and bring any complex issues to the attention of more experienced team members.
* Help your team organise and provide administrative services that support key activities undertaken within your service and contribute to team planning activities.
* Help your team ensure that products and services are adapted in response to feedback and to meet changing demands.

Communication/Liaison
* Seek feedback from students, staff and anyone else that you come across as part of your role on their requirements from your service to ensure that their reasonable expectations are being met.
* Record information OTP log, IRF accounts and start up funds and respond to queries which you receive.
* Liaise with staff in other areas, professional organisations and agencies to ensure that services are being delivered in an efficient and collaborative way.
* Liaise with external suppliers, contractors, specialists and service providers to plan the delivery of services and events.
* Provide support for meetings, working groups and committees, such preparing and sending documents for meetings, drafting reports and taking minutes.
* Any other reasonable duties.

Please note that in submitting your application Durham University will be processing your data. We would ask you to consider the relevant University Privacy Statement which provides information on the collation, storing and use of data.

When appointing to this role the University must ensure that it meets any applicable immigration requirements, including salary thresholds which are applicable to some visas.

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Job Title: Finance Administrator
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: Negotiable, circa £28k

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Finance Administrator to join our small accounts team. Reporting directly to the General Manager and Company Accountant, the successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining the company's financial records up to the Trial Balance stage.

Working Hours:

• Monday to Thursday: 8am - 5pm
• Friday: 8am - 2pm (or as required)

Work is based in BT23 5RE between Gilnahirk and Comber

• Daily management of banking operations, including online banking, posting, and reconciling transactions
• Managing the ledger at month-end to ensure accurate financial reporting
• Preparation and submission of VAT returns, supporting the Making Tax Digital process
• Month-end reconciliations and financial reporting
• Maintaining and updating the company's price list and website as required
• Generating and processing invoices accurately and in a timely manner
• General office administration, including providing cover for the Sales Administrator during periods of leave

• Strong knowledge and understanding of accounting processes, particularly up to Trial Balance
• Excellent administrative and organisational skills with a proactive and responsible approach
• Advanced IT skills, particularly with MS Office (Excel, Word, etc.)
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to liaise confidently with staff and suppliers at all levels
• Experience with Sage 200 (or similar accounting software) is essential

This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated finance professional to contribute to a well-established business in a key administrative role. If you have a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and are eager to further your career in finance, we encourage you to apply. Send your CV

Your new company
A world leader in their field with offices based in Darlington - this is a rare opportunity to join one of Darlington's key industry employers.

Your new role
Working alongside an established finance team, you will receive both "on the job" training and a day a week to study towards your ACCA or ACMA qualification, with a view to you becoming qualified within a 4-year period.

What you'll need to succeed

• You will be a recent Accountancy or Finance Graduate - ideally you will already have received a number of ACCA/CIMA exemptions via your degree.

OR

• You are already Level 4 AAT Qualified with a minimum of 2 years' experience of working within finance, and looking to go on to study further.

Plus, you will be IT literate with a desire to learn and study towards your qualifications coupled with a drive to push forward with your burgeoning accounting career.

What you'll get in return
An excellent benefits package is in place to include:-

• Salary of £31,000
• Full study support towards ACCA or ACMA
• Enhanced Pension Scheme
• Annual bonus scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus BH
• Well-being discount schemes

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 on your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

FINANCE ASSISTANT - 12-MONTH FIXED TERM CONTRACT
£28,000 - £30,000
County Durham Area - set in beautiful surroundings.

An esteemed establishment, nestled in picturesque surroundings, inspiring an idyllic working environment. Priding itself on fostering a nurturing environment where development and personal growth are paramount.
Seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join a well-established finance team on a 12-month contract. This role is pivotal in supporting our finance department, ensuring the smooth operation of financial processes and contributing to the overall financial health of the company.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the preparation and maintenance of financial records, including invoices, receipts, and payments.
• Support the finance team in monitoring and managing budgets, ensuring accurate allocation and tracking of funds.
• Integrity of accounting information in the Nominal Ledger and supporting accounting records.
• Commentary on variances from budget/forecast, as well as producing future forecasts, budgets and assisting with month and year-end accounting.
• Preparing direct debt payment schedules for debtors and ensuring it is collected in a timely manner
• Assist in the production of monthly management accounts to strict deadlines.
• Balance Sheet Nominal coding
• Prepare regular financial reports and summaries for review by senior management.
• Perform bank reconciliations and ensure all financial transactions are accurately recorded.
• Assist in the processing of payroll, ensuring timely and accurate payment to staff.
• Help prepare documents and records for internal and external audits.

What you'll need to succeed

* Holds a minimum of five GCSEs, one of which must be English and Maths.* Holds a minimum of AAT level 4 qualification.
* Significant record of relevant accounting experience with evidence of producing Management Accounts.
* Experience of dealing with customer enquiries, demands and complaints.
* Experience of managing month-end activities to strict deadlines
* Evidence of the ability to use one's own initiative, work independently and take responsibility.
* Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Outlook and a recognised accounting software.
* Advanced user of Excel.
* Ability to prioritise, meet deadlines and cope with heavy workloads.
* Evidence of good interpersonal and communication skills.
* Ability to deal with issues in a discrete and confidential manner.
* Ability to work under pressure whilst coordinating conflicting deadlines.
* A Commitment to continuous improvement and Continuous Professional Development.

What you'll get in return
A competitive salary, opportunity to work in beautiful surroundings, on-site parking and extensive on-site facilities.
Supported and appraised by a dedicated and approachable finance manager, routine communications and professional development is encouraged.
Although the role is initially 12 months, the role may be extended to support the future needs of the business.

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 on your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

The Role and Department

We are looking for an experienced Team Leader to join our Post Award section within Research and Innovation Services (RIS). The Research Operations Post Award section is responsible for providing overarching support and quality assurance for research, knowledge exchange and expert services Post-Award finance-related activity, including financial management for live grants; provision of live grant information to grant holders and senior management; financial reporting to funders and other external bodies; and support in the management of studentships and grant administration.

You will have the following key responsibilities;

• Line manage a team of 5 Post Award Finance and Project Officers providing advice and guidance on University procedures and pastoral care.


• Provide training to new and existing staff members as appropriate and mentor team members to ensure a thorough understanding of university financial regulations, research related policies and external funders.


• Monitor and coordinate the performance and workload for the Post Award team, planning cover to ensure smooth service provision through peaks and troughs.


• Provide advice, and lead on, complex or high-risk awards.


• Provide a senior check, where appropriate, of the team's work to ensure accurate calculations and reporting. procedures and pastoral care.


• Develop and deliver training sessions to relevant university staff on Post-Award procedures.


• Contribute to the design, implementation and monitoring of new policies and quality standards, procedures and systems for the post award management of Durham's externally funded research activities to ensure effective working and continuous improvement.


• Actively participate in regional and national networks and working groups to represent Durham and share best practice across the sector in research project management, ensuring that Durham is actively engaged in relevant consultations and well positioned to understand and, where appropriate, influence funder policy.

The University is currently offering hybrid working, which means you will have flexibility around working arrangements. Currently you would need to come into the office a minimum of twice a week. You can work in the office on additional days of the week if you choose.

Further information about Durham's Research and Business activities can be found

Further information about the role and the responsibilities is at the bottom of this job description.

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Job Title: Senior Finance Manager
Location: Belfast, Antrim + Hybrid Working Arrangements
Compensation: Competitive Salary + Benefits
Role Type: Full time / Permanent
Role ID: SF58690

At Babcock we're working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Senior Finance Manager at our Belfast site.

The Role
As a Senior Finance Manager, you'll have a role that's out of the ordinary. Working alongside a Line of Business Management Team with accountability for supporting and managing the delivery and maximisation of the financial performance for a portfolio of Babcock Rail Contracts.

Day-to-day, you'll be ensuring robust financial controls, strong corporate governance, production of timely and meaningful financial analysis and continuous improvement of financial processes:

• Work with the Line of Business management team in assuring and enhancing the processes used to operate and control performance.
• Lead and develop a project finance team to provide high quality business partnering support to the line of business management and contract project teams.
• Ensuring financial targets are delivered or exceeded wherever possible including the successful tender and conversion of Framework delivery, Rebids and Re-lets.
• Identify, drive and deliver continuous improvements to the financial processes, procedures and operating practices.
• Ensure the Line of Business fiance team are appropriately resourced and managed to deliver effectively.

This role is full time, 35 hours per week and requires regular travel to Belfast on a weekly basis alongside home working arrangements.

Agile working may be available to employees in some instances, applying the principles of fairness and consistency whilst ensuring that the overriding business needs can be appropriately met. We are happy to consider flexible, blended working, including part-time, condensed hours, and job sharing. Please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.

Essential Experience of the Senior Finance Manager:

• Demonstratable experience in a construction / project-based environment.
• Strong business / process analysis and modelling skills including bid and tender production and review.
• Ability to assess business risks, issues and mitigating actions, with experience of implementing such actions.
• Effective line management capability with a proven track record for maximising team delivery and output
• Experience of working with Commercial and Project Operational teams.

Qualifications for the Senior Finance Manager:

• You must hold a recognised professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, ACMA, CIMA, ICAEW, ICAS) or equivalent / similar.

What we Offer:

• Generous holiday allowance
• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Employee share scheme
• Employee shopping savings portal
• Payment of Professional Fees
• Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows the majority of employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement
• 'Be Kind Day' enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity
• Flexible working - we give people more options to better integrate their work and personal life, whilst ensuring that business needs are met.
• Autonomy to perform the role.
• Excellent development opportunities and benefits package including an employee assistance programme supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing.

Babcock International
For over a century Babcock, has helped to defend nations, protect communities and build a better world. To continue, we must adapt, advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal.

We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email with the subject header 'Reasonable adjustments requirement'. We're committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone's free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.

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The Department of Finance

The Department of Finance at Durham University seeks to appoint a talented individual to the role of Assistant Professor. We welcome applications from those with research and teaching interests in the broad field of Finance.

This post offers an exciting opportunity to make a major contribution to the development of internationally excellent research and teaching while allowing you unrivalled opportunities to progress and embed your career in an exciting and progressive institution.

Our department is part of the triple-accredited Business School, home to academics whose research is internationally renowned for intellectual rigour and for the benefits it brings to society. You will be working with colleagues in our research centres of excellence specialised in areas such as Banking, Institutions and Development, Ethical Finance, Accountability and Governance, Quantitative Research in Finance and Economics, or Environmental and Energy Economics and have the opportunity to teach and supervise our excellent undergraduate and postgraduate students and doctoral researchers. We work closely with business partners around the world, sharing insights, supporting innovation, and educating tomorrow's leaders. More details about our research, teaching, and business connections can be found on our website;

How to Apply

We prefer to receive applications online.   

Please note that in submitting your application, we will be processing your data. We would ask you to consider the relevant University Privacy Statement which provides information on the collation, storing and use of data.

What to Submit

All applicants are asked to submit:

• A CV
• A covering letter which details your experience, strengths and potential in the requirements set out above
• An EDI & values statement (of no more than 500 words) which outlines work which you have been involved in which demonstrates your commitment to EDI and our values. I.e. Involvement in equality, diversity, and inclusion activities such as mentoring, volunteering, or attending conferences.
  
  
• Two of your most significant pieces of written work. Where possible your written work should have been published or submitted since 2014
• Teaching scores or feedback is desirable

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Your new company
You will work for an established organisation based in Derry who provide specialist services to the local and wider community.

Your new role
The Finance Manager position is a senior role within a small finance team, and you will oversee the operational activities of the finance function of the organisation. Your responsibilities will include: managing a small finance team, preparing regular management accounts on a timely basis, overseeing the annual budget process and financial planning for the organisation in conjunction with the Senior Management Team, managing and overseeing payroll procedures including Pension Contributions, Tax and National Insurance payments and any other relevant deductions, cash flow forecasting and operational cash management, prepare and ensure accurate quarterly VAT returns, ensuring they are submitted to HMRC on a timely basis, provide guidance and support on all financial matters to ensure that relevant personnel are kept updated on all financial and commercial activities, coordinate and facilitate quarterly Finance and Audit Committee meetings, undertake regular review monitoring of working capital balances, ensuring monies are available to meet financial commitments, whilst ensuring excess cash funds are invested to maximise growth.
Provide regular financial reporting to the Senior Management Team, identify and implement process and systems improvements to deliver more effective working practices and make better use of existing and new technology, ensure that all relevant financial regulations and guidelines are being adhered to. Develop, manage and maintain efficient financial records in order to comply with control and monitoring regulations in line with GDPR, development, review and implementation of financial policies, support the annual audit of the organisation through building and maintaining good relationships with external auditors and delegate responsibilities as appropriate, ensuring all staff are trained to the required standards including mandatory training and development opportunities.

What you'll need to succeed

• Qualified Accountant with previous experience in a managerial role
• Payroll, budgeting and forecasting experience
• People management experience
• Ability to convey/communicate important information both orally and in writing
• Uphold ethical and professional standards
• Promote and sustain a responsible attitude towards equal opportunities and diversity
• Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing learning and development and to participate in any training and development relevant to the role
• Ensure good practice and compliance in relation to privacy, confidentiality and GDPR regulatory guidelines as set out by the organisation

What you'll get in return
You will work for an established organisation on a full-time permanent basis. Hours of work are Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm. Benefits include 27 days holidays plus statutory holidays, pension, occupational sick pay, health care scheme, subsidised meals. Relocation package considered whereby it is reasonably necessary for the successful candidate to relocate to take up the post.


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.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Are you passionate about finance and wanting to advance your career in Transactional Treasury? If so, you belong at Bromford.

We’re looking for a Finance Assistant to join our team on a 9-month fixed-term contract. You’ll provide essential payment services to support Bromford’s core operations. Focusing on delivering an exceptional service and working to business deadlines underpinned by a comprehensive Service Level Agreements (SLAs) as well as robust policies and controls.

You’ll leverage your experience in processing payments, BACS, and purchase ledger, alongside your proficiency with banking platforms. Your commitment to delivering exceptional support will be crucial in maintaining our reputation for brilliant service delivery. You will be expected to be proactive, demonstrating a strong drive to succeed and a flexible approach to both your working methods and hours.

You will be instrumental in driving change, confidently challenging existing processes and procedures to ensure compliance and efficiency. Your strong communication skills will enable you to work effectively within our team and across the organisation. You must be able to remain calm under pressure, managing your workload with precision and care.

We are looking for someone who is not only committed to the role but also eager to develop their career within Transactional Treasury. This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact, contributing to the financial stability and growth of our organisation.

If you are confident, adaptable, and ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role in a high-pressure environment, we want to hear from you.

This role is available as a full time 9 month fixed-term contract. You’ll be based from our office in Wolverhampton (WV10 6TB) with regular home working available. The role requires a Basic DBS check.

The closing date for applications is 9 September 2024.

In the event of a high volume of applications, we reserve the right to close the vacancy early.

Benefits of belonging at Bromford

Joining Bromford isn't just about a job; it's about a community that values you. Here's a glimpse of the benefits you'll enjoy:

27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and the option to buy or sell up to 5 days leave each year

£500 personal allowance to spend on your choice of benefits such as private medical cover, critical health insurance, dental treatment and gym membership

A Performance Related Pay scheme based on organisational and individual performance

️ Retail discount schemes to help you save on spending such as food shops, clothing and technolog

Job Title: Senior Finance Manager
Location: Belfast, Antrim + Hybrid Working Arrangements
Compensation: Competitive Salary + Benefits
Role Type: Full time / Permanent
Role ID: SF58690

At Babcock we're working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Senior Finance Manager at our Belfast site.

The Role
As a Senior Finance Manager, you'll have a role that's out of the ordinary. Working alongside a Line of Business Management Team with accountability for supporting and managing the delivery and maximisation of the financial performance for a portfolio of Babcock Rail Contracts.

Day-to-day, you'll be ensuring robust financial controls, strong corporate governance, production of timely and meaningful financial analysis and continuous improvement of financial processes:

• Work with the Line of Business management team in assuring and enhancing the processes used to operate and control performance.
• Lead and develop a project finance team to provide high quality business partnering support to the line of business management and contract project teams.
• Ensuring financial targets are delivered or exceeded wherever possible including the successful tender and conversion of Framework delivery, Rebids and Re-lets.
• Identify, drive and deliver continuous improvements to the financial processes, procedures and operating practices.
• Ensure the Line of Business fiance team are appropriately resourced and managed to deliver effectively.

This role is full time, 35 hours per week and requires regular travel to Belfast on a weekly basis alongside home working arrangements.

Agile working may be available to employees in some instances, applying the principles of fairness and consistency whilst ensuring that the overriding business needs can be appropriately met. We are happy to consider flexible, blended working, including part-time, condensed hours, and job sharing. Please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.

Essential Experience of the Senior Finance Manager:

• Demonstratable experience in a construction / project-based environment.
• Strong business / process analysis and modelling skills including bid and tender production and review.
• Ability to assess business risks, issues and mitigating actions, with experience of implementing such actions.
• Effective line management capability with a proven track record for maximising team delivery and output
• Experience of working with Commercial and Project Operational teams.

Qualifications for the Senior Finance Manager:

• You must hold a recognised professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, ACMA, CIMA, ICAEW, ICAS) or equivalent / similar.

What we Offer:

• Generous holiday allowance
• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Employee share scheme
• Employee shopping savings portal
• Payment of Professional Fees
• Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows the majority of employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement
• 'Be Kind Day' enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity
• Flexible working - we give people more options to better integrate their work and personal life, whilst ensuring that business needs are met.
• Autonomy to perform the role.
• Excellent development opportunities and benefits package including an employee assistance programme supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing.

Babcock International
For over a century Babcock, has helped to defend nations, protect communities and build a better world. To continue, we must adapt, advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal.

We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email with the subject header 'Reasonable adjustments requirement'. We're committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone's free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme