Payment Officer – Ballymena
We are currently recruiting 2 x Payment Officers to join the Financial Support Services team for the Northern Trust. These roles are based in Ballymena and are offered on a temporary basis for approximately 3–6 months, with an immediate start available. The positions are full-time, 5 days per week, working 9:00am–5:00pm, and offer a competitive pay rate of £13.57 per hour. The roles will be on-site initially, with the opportunity for hybrid working following a successful induction period.
Key Responsibilities
- Process monthly payments for Self-Directed Support, including Direct Payments and Managed Budgets
- Manage Direct Payments, Managed Budgets and Adoption Allowance finances
- Check agreements are followed and calculate monthly payments and annual increases
- Act as the main contact for service users and Trust staff with payment queries
- Issue financial letters such as surplus balance, overpayment and reminder letters
- Support month-end and year-end finance tasks, including reconciliations and reports
- Help prepare reports, monitor KPIs and support audits
What We Need From You
- 3 years’ relevant finance experience
Relevant experience includes working in an office-based financial environment such as making payments, receipting cash, working with
budgetary reports, or assisting in the preparation of accounts.
What We Will Offer You
- Competitive pay at £13.57 per hour
- Work on-site in Ballymena with the option for hybrid working after induction
- Experience in a specialist finance role within a supportive public sector team
The Next Steps
- Contact Stacey Maxwell on 02825648477
- Email your CV to ballymenajobs@first-choice-rec.com
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