Contact Heather Lennox
Finance Officer - Derry City & Strabane District Council - L/Derry
Riada are proud to be working in recruitment partnership with Derry City & Strabane District Council to recruit a Finance Project Officer.
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Smart Towns and Villages Network (SVNP) project team, supporting the financial management and administration of a large-scale externally funded programme financed through the EU and managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB).
The Role:
- Monday to Friday
- L/Derry
- Public Sector
- £21.13 ph
- For 6 months initially
You will play a key role in delivering comprehensive financial administration, reporting, audit compliance and programme support across the project, ensuring all financial processes meet stringent funding and audit requirements. Key responsibilities:
- Develop, manage and maintain financial procedures and reporting processes for the SVNP programme
- Verify financial claims and supporting documentation in line with Council and SEUPB requirements
- Prepare and submit quarterly financial claims and reports through the JEMS online system
- Monitor programme expenditure, forecasting and budget performance across the project lifecycle
- Prepare variance reports and identify financial risks or potential project slippage
- Support audit processes and maintain accurate financial and programme records
- Procure goods, services and resources in line with procurement procedures
- Provide financial guidance and support to project stakeholders and partners
- Assist with evaluation, monitoring and reporting systems for programme delivery
- Maintain programme databases, records and asset registers
- Liaise with Council departments, external funders and programme stakeholders as required
- Deputise for the Programme Manager when necessary
About You:
- A degree in a relevant discipline such as Finance or Business Administration
- A minimum of 2 years' experience in financial administration, budget monitoring and financial reporting
- Experience preparing claims and supporting audit or verification processes
- Experience maintaining financial records and management information systems
- Strong organisational and communication skills
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
If this sounds like the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you! Even if you don't meet every listed requirement, we encourage you to apply - we may have other suitable roles for you. Apply online, email or call Heather on to find out more.
Riada Resourcing is an equal opportunities employer.