Finance Officer

About NOW Group NOW Group is a social enterprise committed to supporting people with learning difficulties and autism into sustainable employment and meaningful lives.

We deliver a range of services including training, employment support, and social enterprise initiatives.

NOW Group has recently secured a contract to deliver the Skills For Life & Work Programme across sites in Belfast, L/Derry and Enniskillen.

The programme supports individuals with disabilities and additional needs to gain qualifications, develop essential life skills and prepare for employment.

The Role The Finance Officer will support the day-to-day financial activities of Skills for Life and Work, ensuring accurate record-keeping, timely processing of claims, participant expenses and compliance with financial procedures.

Youll work closely with the Finance Manager and wider team to maintain financial systems, support reporting, and contribute to the overall efficiency of the organization.

Key Responsibilities 1.

Process weekly participant training allowances, completion bonuses, travel and childcare expenses.

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Process programme related purchase invoices, staff expenses, and supplier payments.

3.

Maintain accurate financial records using accounting software (e.g., Sage, Quick Books, or similar.) 4.

Assist with bank reconciliations and petty cash management.

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Process and set up online bank payments in line with agreed payment calendar.

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Prepare financial reports and assist with month-end and year-end procedures.

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Respond to finance-related queries from staff, suppliers, and stakeholders.

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Ensure compliance with funder controls and financial policies.

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Ensure all finance records are filed and stored in line with the organisations policy.

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Support Head of Finance with external audits for both funders and auditors.

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Adhoc admin support across the organisation as necessary.

What We Offer At NOW Group, we value and invest in our team.

As part of our organisation, youll benefit from: Generous Leave: 25 days annual leave plus 12 statutory days (pro-rata).

Health Cash Plan: Available after successful probation.

Wellbeing Support: Confidential staff counselling and financial advisory services.

Pension Scheme: 5% employer contribution.

Flexible Work Initiatives: Including the Bike-to-Work scheme, holiday purchase options, and more.

About The Role Additional Information Employment is subject to an Enhanced Access NI Disclosure check.

NOW Group is committed to fair recruitment practices.

Policies on safeguarding, recruitment of ex-offenders, and data protection are available upon request.

Required Criteria 1.

Experience providing administrative support within a finance function.

2.

IT proficient and competent in the use of Microsoft Office suite.

3.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

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Excellent interpersonal skills and team orientated.

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High attention to detail, highly organised with the ability to work to deadlines.

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Ability to work with a high level of discretion and confidentiality.

Desired Criteria 1.

Full driving license and access to a car (if the effects of a disability prelude an individual from holding a driving licence they should indicate how they can meet the mobility requirements of the post, i.e.

ability to get to different sites) 2.

Experience working with Sage 50 Accounts.

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Experience working with Customer Relationship Management System (CRM) 4.

Understanding of funding compliance and reporting Skills Needed About The Company At the heart of the NOW Groups mission is its commitment to empowering individuals to gain skills and access meaningful employment.

It achieves this through tailored employment academies, which provide participants with industry-specific training and work placements, and through their social enterprise businesses Loaf Catering and Cafes and Loaf Pottery.

One of the best-known contributions from the NOW Group is the JAM (Just A Minute) Card -a tool that allows people with invisible disabilities to discreetly ask for patience in everyday interactions.

Its a very successful initiative with over 182,500 users and 3, 000 global organisations regarded as being JAM Card Friendly.

The NOW Groups impact is driven by innovation, dedication, and an unwavering focus on changing lives for the better.

Company Culture At NOW Group, our culture is what sets us apart.

Its built on collaboration, compassion, and a shared belief that everyone deserves the opportunity to thrive.

Across our integrated team from Training and Employment to Family Service, JAM Card, Loaf Cafés, Catering and Pottery, Social Groups, and vital support services like HR, Communications, Finance and Compliance we are united by one purpose: to support people with learning difficulties, neurodiverse conditions, ADHD and autism intosustainable employment.

We dont just work side by side we work together.

Each department brings its own strengths, but our true power lies in our ability to collaborate across teams.

Our participants come from all walks of life, and its our culture of teamwork, flexibility, and deep empathy that allows us to meet their varied needs with real impact.

In 2024/2025 alone, our culture of care and commitment helped place nearly 400 people into meaningful, sustainable employment across Ireland and supported 2,168 individuals to achieve 1,824 qualifications.

These arent just statistics each number represents a life transformed, a family supported, and a community benefitted.

What truly defines our team is heart.

We care deeply not just about the work, but about the people behind it.

Our team members show up every day with passion and purpose, knowing that their efforts are making a lasting difference.

They dont see targets they see individuals, and the ripple effect that a single opportunity can have.

Company Benefits Benefits at NOW Group NOW Group is dedicated to the wellbeing and growth of our employees, offering a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both personal and professional needs.

We provide 25 days of annual leave plus 12 statutory days (pro-rata), allowing ample time for rest and rejuvenation.

We prioritize health and wellness through a Health Cash Plan, which becomes available upon successful completion of the probationary period, and confidential staff counseling and financial advisory services, ensuring support for your physical, mental, and financial health.

To help plan for the future, we offer a Stakeholder Pension Scheme with a generous 5% employer contribution.

Employees can also take advantage of our Bike to Work scheme and holiday purchase options, promoting flexibility and convenience.

Our flexible working initiatives, including a hybrid working model, and various wellbeing programs, reflect our commitment to fostering a positive and adaptable work environment for all team members.

Vacation, Paid time off, Cycle to work, Competitive salary, Long service recognition, Hybrid Working, On the job learning, Progression opportunities Salary £28,250.00 per year Benefits: Vacation, Paid time off Cycle to work Competitive salary Long service recognition Hybrid Working On the job learning

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