Payment Officer

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 36 months, with an immediate start available. The positions are full-time, 5 days per week, working 9:00am5:00pm, 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, over payment 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