Finance Analyst – JS/FA
Full time Temporary @Apple Recruitment posted 4 days ago in FinanceJob Description
Finance Analyst
Location: Ballymena
Salary: £15.88 per hour
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Duration: Temporary until approximately November 2026
Working Pattern: Full-Time
Hybrid Working: Opportunity for hybrid working following successful induction period
Application Deadline: Monday 22nd June 2026 at 10:00am
About the Role
On behalf of our client, we are currently recruiting for a Finance Analyst (Band 5) to join the Financial Management team based in Ballymena.
This is a temporary opportunity with an immediate start, initially running until approximately November 2026. The successful candidate will support the delivery of a fully integrated Financial Management Service, assisting with budget setting, budgetary control, financial reporting and the provision of financial information to support effective decision making.
Key Responsibilities
Assist with the establishment, development and maintenance of budgetary control systems
Prepare and input approved changes to budgetary systems
Assist in the provision of financial information and reports to relevant agencies and stakeholders
Develop and maintain financial management reports for budget managers
Coordinate the flow of financial information and action budgetary and expenditure adjustments
Assist in identifying funding in relation to vacancies prior to recruitment commencing
Support special exercises, reviews and investigations as required
Assist with the production of monthly financial reports and budget information
Provide support with variance analysis and ad hoc financial investigations
Liaise with budget managers to review financial performance and assist with interpretation of budgetary information
Ensure monthly and year-end financial management procedures are completed
Assist in the development and review of financial management and budgetary control procedures
Undertake additional duties as designated by senior finance managers
Essential Criteria
Applicants must meet one of the following:
- 4 years relevant finance experience
OR
- Diploma for Accounting Technicians (ATI) or equivalent (QCF Level 5) with 2 years relevant finance experience
OR
- Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science, Information Technology or another relevant discipline
In addition, applicants must have:
- A current full driving licence valid for use in the UK and access to a car, or access to suitable transport to fulfil the requirements of the role
Skills and Knowledge
- Working knowledge of advanced Microsoft Excel functions
- Ability to prioritise work and meet deadlines
- Ability to analyse, interpret and present data and information from a range of sources
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Effective planning and organisational skills
- Ability to use initiative to identify problems and solutions
- Knowledge of the structure and function of the Trust
Apply Now
If you wish to apply or would like more information, please email your CV in Microsoft Word format to Julee at julie.skelly@applerecruitment.com
Applicants should ensure their CV is accurate and up to date, including full employment history, licences and qualifications.
Only applicants meeting the essential criteria will be considered.
Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer.