Finance Manager Belfast - Hybrid Working Up to £59,000 per annum 3-month contract Hays Accountancy and Finance are currently recruiting and working in partnership with a large public sector organisation for the appointment of a Finance Manager, offering a competitive salary and public benefits. This is a temporary role with an immediate start depending on the candidate's availability. Benefits; Flexitime Hybrid working Onsite parking Job description Responsibility for providing senior management with relevant and timely financial and management information, e.g. management accounts, cost centre reports and budget / forecast reports. Responsibility for the preparation of realistic budgets both at organisational and cost centre level and monthly forecasts. Responsibility for the production of financial information, in particular as required for monthly financial reporting, quarterly monitoring reports and budget re-profiles and other returns, meeting the requirement to provide other ad hoc financial reports to various stakeholders / third parties. Responsibilities for the procurement function within the Office including supporting the development of business cases and the provision of advice to managers. Responsibility for the preparation of annual statutory accounts for audit and ensuring compliance with all other relevant guidance. Liaison with organisations as required by the duties of the post. Responsible for completing annual pay remits and business cases for approval. Responsibility for the maintenance and development of the organisation's computerised accounting system, including the maintenance and development of the chart of accounts. Responsibility for ensuring adherence to the prompt payment code and for ensuring that accounts are properly paid, accurately and on time each month. Responsibility for updating and maintaining the organisation's fixed asset register and portable asset register. Responsibility for maintaining and reviewing finance and administration procedures. Responsible for records management within the Finance functions, and for the management, leadership, supervision and support of staff within the finance function, including appraisal of performance. To have responsibility for all records held, created or used as part of the business. What you'll need to succeed: Qualified accountant (CIMA, ACA or ACCA) QBE will be considered. Have at least 3 years practical post qualification experience in any one of, or combination of, the following: Direct experience of the production of accrual based financial statements and accounts. Application of Financial Reporting Standards and / or development of accounting policies and procedures. Responsibility for the management of financial accounting systems and processes. Direct experience of developing financial planning and budgeting systems. What to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be Skills: Finance Officer Finance Manager Accountant Senior Accountant Benefits: Up to £59 000 per annum + Benefits