Finance Manager - Planning and Accounting

Your new company Hays Accountancy & Finance are recruiting for our client, a well-established and highly respected organisation in Belfast, to recruit a Finance Manager. This organisation delivers vital community-focused services across Northern Ireland and has a strong commitment to improving outcomes for individuals, families and local communities. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys a varied role encompassing financial management, operational finance, payroll oversight, team leadership and continuous process improvement. Your new role Maintaining financial records and ensuring accurate coding and processing of transactions. Monitoring aged debt and overseeing credit control activities. Managing fixed asset records and financial controls. Supporting the production of management accounts and financial reports to aid decision-making. Assisting with year-end accounts preparation and external audit requirements. Overseeing project and grant claims, ensuring compliance with funding requirements. Leading and coordinating payroll processes and ensuring compliance with relevant payroll and pension regulations. Supporting and developing finance team members through coaching and mentoring. Identifying and implementing improvements to finance systems, processes and controls. Undertaking financial analysis and ad hoc projects to support organisational objectives. What you'll need to succeed Part-qualified status with ACCA, CIMA, ACA, CIPFA or an equivalent recognised accounting qualification. A minimum of three years' experience operating an accounting system through to trial balance and management accounts stage. Experience managing or overseeing payroll processes. Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel. The ability to analyse financial information and provide practical recommendations. What you'll get in return Flexible working options available. Opportunity to work for a highly respected organisation making a genuine difference within the community. Varied and rewarding role with exposure to operational and strategic finance activities. Supportive working environment with opportunities for professional development. 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 Skills: ACCA ACA CIMA Benefits: Up to £44k per annum + Benefits