Job ref: SA25-067-01 | Job type: Permanent
Location: Downpatrick or Newry | Salary: SO2, SCP 28-30, £37,938 – £39,513 per annum
Quantity of Posts Available: 1

Closing date: Monday 07 Jul 2025 12:00

Job summary

** Please read the recruitment pack before completing your application **

Job Summary
Reporting to the Finance and Monitoring Officer, the post holder will be responsible for the financial administration and compliance of Programmes, within the Unit for example, but not limited to, Peace, Strategic Investment Fund and Financial Assistance.  The postholder will assist in the development, implementation and review of all financial administrative systems, processes and documentation related to the Grants and Funding Unit to ensure full compliance with legal, audit, Council and funder requirements.

Hours of work 
Hours of work are: 20 hours per week.
The post holder must be prepared to work outside normal office hours, including evenings, weekends, and Public and extra Statutory Holidays for which the appropriate payment will be made or time in lieu granted if relevant.

Duration of Appointment 
Permanent.

Reserve List
Whilst the Council are recruiting for permanent Finance Officer, please note that a reserve list will be compiled for future permanent, temporary, full time and part time posts for Finance Officer positions across the Council District.

Work Pattern
20 hours per week Monday – Friday.
Working pattern to be agreed with successful candidate.
Hours of work are kept under review and may change in order to meet operational requirements, providing requisite notice.

Location
Location is McGrath House, Newry or Downshire Civic Centre, Downpatrick.
The post holder may be required to transfer to other locations in accordance with any requirements stated in the Job Description, any reviews of service delivery or other requirements as may arise from time to time.  Any amendments made to work location will be implemented following appropriate consultation and provision of reasonable notice.

Salary 
SO2, SCP 28-30, currently £37,938 – £39,513 per annum based on a 36 hour week (pro rata to hours worked).