Working Pattern:

• 37 hours per week
• Monday to Friday 9:00am – 5:00pm
• Hybrid working available

About the Client

Our client is a well-established public sector organisation operating within a complex and accountable financial environment. With a strong focus on governance, transparency and the effective use of public funds, the organisation plays a key role in delivering high-quality services and supporting evidence-based decision making.

The finance function is central to the organisation’s operations, providing strategic insight, robust financial management and expert advice to a wide range of stakeholders. This is an opportunity to join a professional and collaborative finance team where your expertise will directly contribute to financial planning, control and continuous improvement across the organisation.

About the Role

On behalf of our client, we are currently recruiting for a Finance Business Partner (DP Accountant Finance) to join their team on a temporary basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified finance professional to contribute to the delivery of high-quality financial services, expert advice, and effective financial governance.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting financial management processes and providing strategic financial insight to a range of stakeholders.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

As Finance Business Partner, you will be responsible for:

• Providing high quality, accurate and timely financial information to stakeholders, including the preparation of regular reports for senior management
• Delivering expert financial advice and guidance to budget holders on budgeting and in-year financial monitoring
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders as required Assisting in the preparation of financial forecasts and the costing of research and business development opportunities
• Promoting the safeguarding of public funds by ensuring financial probity, regularity and value for money
• Supporting the establishment and maintenance of internal control systems and governance frameworks, including the development of relevant policies and procedures
• Assisting in the development and implementation of financial systems to support financial management and reporting
• Maintaining an up-to-date understanding of public expenditure planning, monitoring, control and accountability systems
• Assisting with the preparation of annual accounts and liaising with auditors as required
• Reviewing and assessing business cases and supporting investment appraisal processes
• Managing the resources within your own section
• Promoting high standards of accountability, integrity and probity, and providing professional financial advice to support decision-making

Staff Management Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and motivate staff to ensure continuous improvement in service delivery
• Ensure effective staff management, including absence and performance management

Essential Criteria

Applicants must meet both of the following criteria:

Professional Qualification

Have successfully passed final professional examinations and be a full current member of one of the following professional bodies:

• Chartered Accountants Ireland Institute of Chartered Accountants in Scotland
• Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales
• Chartered Institute of Management Accountants
• Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
• Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy
• Institute of Certified Public Accountants in Ireland

Experience

Have a minimum of 2 years’ post-qualification practical experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Financial planning and budgeting Financial management / management accounting
• Financial accounting / auditing
• Development or implementation of financial systems
• Strategic planning and decision support in a finance or regulatory environment

How to Apply

If you wish to apply or would like more information, please email your CV to caroline.parker@applerecruitment.com

If this opportunity isn’t quite right for you but you are seeking a new role, we would still welcome your enquiry

Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer

Location: Belfast

Duration: Temporary, 2-Month Contract (potential for extension)

Hours: Full-time, 40 hours p/w

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:30pm (Office Based)

Salary: £24,000 – £30,000 pro-rata (Negotiable depending on skills & experience)

About the Role

On behalf of our client, Apple Recruitment is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join an established finance team within a growing and reputable organisation.

This Fixed term 2-month contract is due to continued growth within the business, offering an exciting opportunity to gain experience within a supportive and professional environment. There may also be the potential for extension or a permanent contract for the right candidate.

The successful candidate will support the Finance Team and Senior Management through the accurate and timely processing of financial transactions, helping to maintain high standards across all finance operations.

Job Purpose

The Finance Assistant will be responsible for processing purchase and sales transactions, managing associated payments and receipts, maintaining accurate financial records, supporting credit control activities, and completing month-end cut-off procedures in line with departmental deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain the Purchase Ledger, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Process purchase invoices and raise purchase orders
• Liaise with suppliers regarding queries and payments
• Raise sales invoices and credit notes
• Handle customer payment queries via telephone and email Allocate payments and receipts accurately to supplier and customer accounts
• Support credit control activities
• Complete month-end cut-off processes in line with department deadlines
• Maintain organised financial records and documentation
• Undertake general finance and administrative duties as required

Essential Criteria

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent), including Maths and English
• At least 2 years’ experience in an administration and finance role
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook
• Experience working with MIS/ERP systems
• Strong numerical ability and high attention to detail
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new finance systems and processes

Desirable Criteria

• Accounting Technician qualification or part-qualified status
• Experience using Opera, Accura, or similar accounting systems

Key Skills & Competencies

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively
• Capable of meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Team player with a flexible and supportive approach

Right to Work in the UK

Please note, this employer cannot offer sponsorship. Only applicants with a permanent right to work in the UK will be considered.

What’s On Offer

• 2-month full-time contract (with potential for extension or permanent role due to continued growth)
• Salary £24,000 – £30,000 pro-rata, depending on skills and experience
• Opportunity to gain hands-on experience within a growing organisation
• Supportive team environment

How to Apply

If you wish to apply or would like more information, please email your CV to patricia.oneill@applerecruitment.com

If this opportunity isn’t quite right for you but you are seeking a new role, we would still welcome your enquiry

Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer

Location: Greater Belfast Area (Hybrid)

Hours: Full-time, 37 hours p/w

Duration: Temporary- This role will be for up to 3 months.

Salary: Hourly rate based on £29,137.

Closing date for CV submission (to Apple): Thursday 2nd April 2026 @ 4pm

Job Description:

• Provide helpful and professional customer service to Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLA’s) and their staff, NI Assembly staff and third-party suppliers
• Process financial information including invoices, payroll data, expense claims and payments.
• Assist with basic reconciliations and make routine updates or corrections on finance and payroll systems.
• Maintain accurate filing and records of financial documents.
• Manage shared mailboxes, incoming correspondence and routine enquiries.
• Respond promptly to queries by email, phone and in person.
• Use Microsoft Office and internal finance systems to complete daily tasks.
• Follow organisational policies and procedures, including Equal Opportunities and Dignity at Work.
• Carry out any other reasonable duties to support the finance team.

If you wish to apply or would like more information, please email your CV in Microsoft word format to Caroline Parker by Thursday 2nd April 2026 @ 4pm. You must also include a bullet pointed synopsis at the top of your CV demonstrating how exactly you meet the Essential Criteria below.

Essential Criteria

Applicants must, by the closing date for applications have:

• GCSE ‘A’ level grade A*-C in 2 separate subjects and 5 GCSEs grade A*-C including English Language and Mathematics. Applications will be considered from applicants with formal qualifications of an equivalent or higher standard to those stated.

AND

• At least 2 years’ experience in a finance office, or an administrative role carrying out finance duties, in each of the following:

a) Processing and inputting financial information, such as invoices, payroll data and / or expense claims.

b) Using effective oral, written and numerical skills to communicate effectively with a diverse range of people at all levels, including team members, members of the public, customers, suppliers and managers.

c) Organising workload and giving attention to detail to produce accurate, high-quality work to deadlines.

d) Effectively using a financial software package and Microsoft Office products to process financial documents and information.

OR

• At least 4 years’ experience in a finance office, or an administrative role carrying out finance duties, in each of a) – d).

Further Details:

· Date of informal discussions – Wednesday 8th April 2026

· You must be available to start immediately

· This business area offers hybrid working based on business need

How to Apply:

If you wish to apply or would like more information, please email your CV in Microsoft word format to caroline.parker@applerecruitment.com by Thursday 2nd April 2026 @ 4pm

Applicants must ensure their CV is accurate and up to date. The CV should include your full employment history inclusive of dates, all academic achievements and full personal contact details.

Please note only applicants that match these criteria can be considered for the role.

Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Location: Belfast (Hybrid working available)
Salary: £33,706 – £40,588
Contract: Temporary , Full-Time 6 months (initially)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Are you an experienced auditor ready to take on a leadership role? Join a well-established Internal Audit team supporting public sector services. This opportunity offers hybrid working and the chance to lead high-quality audit assignments that influence operational improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple audit assignments from planning to reporting

• Supervise and support audit staff, providing guidance and on-the-job training

• Liaise with stakeholders to manage sensitive and complex audit discussions

• Deliver work in line with Government Internal Audit Standards

• Identify value-adding recommendations for improved risk management and control

Essential Criteria:

• Qualified as a Certified Internal Auditor or part-qualified with a CCAB/CIMA body and 2+ years’ experience in audit/finance
  or 4+ years’ experience in internal audit

• A full UK driving licence (reasonable adjustments considered)

• Excellent communication, supervisory, and time management skills

This is an excellent opportunity to shape the delivery of audit services in a complex, multi-disciplinary environment.

If you wish to apply or would like more information, please email your CV in Microsoft word format to Caroline at caroline.parker@applerecruitment.com 

Applicants must ensure their CV is accurate and up to date. The CV should include your full employment history inclusive of dates, all academic achievements and full personal contact details.

Please note only applicants that match this criteria can be considered for the role.

Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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