Accountant - Mid & East Antrim Borough Council | Ballymena
Join Mid & East Antrim Borough Council as an Accountant in Ballymena and play a key
role in supporting the accounting managers in maintaining
effective financial management, compliance and team
development within the Council.
About the role:
- £25.00 per hour
- Location: Ballymena
- Monday to Friday (may be
required to work outside of normal
office hours as required).
- 37 hours a week
- 2 positions available, 1 for 6 months and 1 for 14 months
- Closing date: Monday 3rd August 2026 at 12 noon
What you'll be doing in this role:
- Financial Management: Preparing accurate and timely financial reports for the
accounting managers, including budgetary analysis, monthly and quarterly
management accounts, balance sheets, income and expenditure statements and
cash flow statements in accordance with regulatory requirements and internal
policies. This includes over-seeing and reviewing the completion of reconciliations
and month end journals.
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Budget Oversight: Assist in the development and monitoring of annual budgets,
ensuring alignment with the Councils Financial Strategy and business partnering
with all areas of the business. Provide support in budget variance analysis and
forecasting to help support decision-making processes and long-term planning.
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Capital accounting: Oversee capital expenditure processes, including asset
acquisition, depreciation, and disposal. Maintain accurate records of fixed assets
and ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
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Treasury Management: Manage cash flow, liquidity, and investments to optimise
returns while minimising risks including regular cash flow forecasting. Monitor
banking activities, review cash reconciliations, and execute fund transfers as
necessary.
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Accounts Receivable and Payable: Oversee accounts receivable and accounts
payable processes, ensuring accurate and timely invoicing, payment processing,
and reconciliations. Monitor aging reports and follow up on outstanding balances.
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Grant Management: Ensure all income, including grants, is properly invoiced,
recorded, and reconciled. Work closely with grant managers to monitor grant
expenditures, compliance requirements, and reporting deadlines, contributing to
the overall success of grant management activities.
What you'll need for this role:
- Hold a recognised accountancy
qualification (CCAB or equivalent)
and be a full member of one of
the professional accountancy
bodies (CCAB or equivalent).
- 2 years’ experience in financial
management, accounting or
auditing with specialised
expertise in capital accounting,
treasury management,
management accounting or
financial accounting.
- Strong knowledge of accounting
principles, regulations and
standards.
- Proficiency in financial software
and ERP systems and strong
proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- A full current driving licence valid in
the UK and access to a vehicle OR
have access to a form of transport
that enables you to carry out the
duties of the post. (Applies only to applicants who
have a disability under the
Disability Discrimination Act).
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 [email protected] or call Gillian on 028 2563 1555 to find out more.
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