Finance Assistant - Northern Ireland- Part Time
Join Trócaire as a Finance Assistant in Belfast, supporting financial operations.
Overview
Join Trócaire as a Finance Assistant in Belfast, supporting financial operations.
You have:
- Previous experience working in a financial role.
- Experience with bank reconciliations, cash handling, and conducting day-to-day banking.
- Good attention to detail.
- Strong working knowledge of accounting systems.
- Recognised accounting technician qualification.
Description
Are you energised by the thought of working in an organisation that supports people and communities to tackle the root causes of poverty and injustice? Do you love the idea of working in a global organisation with an inclusive and collaborative culture? Then Trócaire wants to hear from you! Read on for more details about this exciting opportunity.
The Opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wishes to be part of a dynamic and engaging team in a leading International NGO. Trócaire’s operations in Northern Ireland are important for raising both public and institutional funding to support our programmes, as well as engaging with the public to increase awareness of and solidarity with those affected by poverty, marginalisation and injustice across the world. Reporting to the Head of Region, this role is critical to ensuring the smooth operating of Trócaire NI’s finance function and also in supporting the Head of Region in their company secretary duties.
About Trócaire
Trócaire is an International NGO. We work with local partners in the world’s most at-risk communities and with people in Ireland to tackle the underlying causes of poverty and injustice and respond to the crises they create. Together we bring about positive and lasting change for a just world.
Trócaire works in up to 20 countries across Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Middle East. We work towards five goals:
• Promote Access to Justice;
• Achieve Climate & Environmental Justice;
• Ensure Women & Girls’ Protection, Voice & Influence;
• Save Lives and Protect Human Dignity and
• Mobilise the Public on the island of Ireland to achieve Global Justice.
Do you want to know more about Trocaire, the organisation? Find out more at www.trocaire.org
Benefits
What we can offer you:
Trócaire offers a competitive package of salary and benefits including pension scheme and life assurance. We have an excellent range of work life balance friendly policies including Hybrid and Flexible working.
Safeguarding Programme Participants-Children & Adults
Trócaire is committed to safeguarding people within our programmes from exploitation and abuse, and has clear expectations of all staff. Please ensure to click here for more information on Trócaire’s safeguarding policies.
We welcome diverse applicants to join our inclusive workforce.
Trócaire is an equal opportunities employer. We are an organisation that embraces diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds to bring their experiences and perspectives to Trócaire.
Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities can be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application or by contacting [email protected]. See our Diversity and Inclusion statement here
Requirements
You will report to the Head of Region. The job opportunity will be offered on a permanent part time basis for 25 hours per week and is based in Belfast.
We are looking for someone with previous experience working in a financial role that includes bank reconciliations, cash handling and conducting day to day banking. You will have good attention to detail, a strong working knowledge of accounting systems and hold a recognised accounting technician qualification.
See full job description HERE
Closing Date for Applications is 15th July 2024
Potential interview questions
| Can you tell us about your experience with financial management? | This question gauges your hands-on experience with finance, which is crucial for the role. | Highlight your previous positions and key financial management responsibilities. |
| Describe a time when you handled a financial discrepancy. | The interviewer wants to assess your problem-solving skills in finance-related issues. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What accounting systems are you proficient in? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you ensure accuracy in financial reporting? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Why do you want to work for Trócaire? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |