Accounts Officer

Company:  HAYS Specialist Recruitment
Location: London
Closing Date: 05/07/2026
Salary: £29,350 Per Annum
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent

Job Description

Your new company
You will be joining a well-established public sector organisation that plays a key role in delivering essential services to the local community. With a strong focus on governance, accountability, and service excellence, the organisation offers a supportive and structured working environment within a collaborative finance team.

Your new role

  • Handling invoices, payments, and a range of financial transactions
  • Assisting with both accounts payable and accounts receivable functions
  • Carrying out bank reconciliations and ensuring financial records are kept up to date
  • Supporting budgeting activities, financial reporting, and year-end processes
  • Dealing with finance-related queries and providing support during audits
  • Ensuring all work is completed in line with financial policies and regulations
  • Assisting with procurement tasks alongside general administrative duties

What you'll need to succeed
To be considered for this position, you must meet one of the following criteria:

  • A relevant third-level qualification (e.g. Finance or Business),
    or
  • A recognised Accounting Technician qualification

And:

  • A minimum of two years' experience within a finance environment

Your experience should demonstrate:

  • Knowledge of financial systems and processes
  • Experience maintaining accurate financial records
  • Preparation of financial reports
  • Proficiency in Microsoft applications, including Excel

Alternatively, applicants who do not hold the above qualifications will be considered if they can demonstrate a minimum of three years' relevant experience in the areas outlined above.

What you'll get in return

  • Competitive hourly rate - £16.89 per hour (£35,140 equivalent)
  • Initial 4-week contract (possibility of extension)
  • Derry location
  • Valuable experience within a well-established public sector organisation

What you need 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.

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Skills:
Accounts Assistant Accounts Technician Assistant Accountant Finance Officer Finance Administrator


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