Finance and Administration Officer
Belfast (Office based with some hybrid flexibility)
About Us
Causeway Sensors is a spin-out company from Queens University Belfast developing game-changing nanotechnology that can plug into bioreactors to monitor biomanufacturing in real-time.
We are a dynamic organisation dedicated to delivering impactful outcomes through a small yet effective team. Our focus is on strategic excellence and fostering a collaborative work environment where everyone contributes to success.
We are now looking for a Finance and Administration Officer to join us on a full-time basis, with the flexibility to work a minimum of four days per week, including up to two days from home.
The Benefits
- Salary of £40,000 - £50,000 depending on experience and qualifications
- 23 days annual leave + 10 Bank Holidays/Closures
- Generous pension contributions
- Share option scheme
This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified finance professional to make a strategic impact within a dynamic organisation, with the added flexibility of hybrid working.
With a competitive benefits package, youll enjoy the perfect environment to enhance your skills and grow professionally while contributing to our success.
Whats more, youll take ownership of diverse responsibilities across finance, grant claims, and HR, all within a collaborative team setting that values your expertise and supports your career progression.
The Role
As a Finance and Administration Officer, you will be tasked with delivering finance, supply chain, grant claim and administration activities.
Working as a key member of a small team, alongside the CEO, you will help to deliver the overall business strategy.
Specifically, you will record financial transactions, prepare VAT and statutory returns, reconcile accounts and process payroll. You will also prepare management accounts, budget forecasts, and cash flow projections, while supporting annual audits with external auditors.
Additionally, you will:
- Manage supplier accounts
- Oversee grant claims and audits
- Support HR management activities
- Manage insurance renewals, office facilities and travel arrangements
- Ensure smooth day-to-day operations within the organisation
About You
To be considered as the Finance and Administration Officer, you will need:
- An accounting qualification or equivalent experience
- At least four years experience in a financial and administration role
- Strong communication skills and attention to detail
- A self-motivated, team-focused approach with the ability to handle multiple responsibilities
Experience in an SME would be beneficial to your application. Experience compiling grant claims for IUK would also be advantageous but is not essential.
The closing date for this role is 31st January 2025.
Other organisations may call this role Finance Officer, Accountant, Charity Accountant, Accounting Officer, or Finance Manager.
Webrecruit and Causeway Sensorsare equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.
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