Finance Manager at Early Years

Position Finance Manager
Posted 03 Jul 2026
Expired 02 Aug 2026
Company Early Years
Location Belfast | IE
Job Type Full Time

Job Description:

Latest job information from Early Years for the position of Finance Manager. If the Finance Manager vacancy in Belfast matches your qualifications, please submit your latest application or CV directly through the updated Jobkos job portal.

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Join Early Years –The Organisation for Younge Children as a Finance Manager

Location: Early Years Headquarters, Belfast, BT12 6TA

Hours: 37 hours per week

Tenure: Permanent

Salary: Points 29-32 (£40,443.90 - £43,532.22) per annum, pro-rata

Do you have a passion for making a meaningful impact in early childhood education?

Do you believe in the power of play to unlock potential?

Be part of our team and help shape the futures of children by fostering growth and learning through purposeful opportunities.

At Early Years, we are committed to fostering growth for both the children and our staff. Joining means an opportunity to enhance your skills, make a meaningful difference, and collaborate with a team that upholds dedication, compassion, and excellence in early years care and education.

In return, Early Years provides a comprehensive rewards package, including a competitive salary, 36 days of annual leave (pro-rata), inclusive of statutory/public holidays, a contributory pension scheme, options to purchase additional leave, and access to healthcare schemes.

The role

The post holder will support the Head of Finance Services in ensuring the efficient day to day running of the finance function through accurate accounting records, operational controls and financial reporting. This role is critical to ensuring that finance systems and processes operate effectively, support business objectives, and meet all relevant statutory and regulatory requirements.

We're looking for people who at the closing date have:

Essential criteria

  • Part or qualified member of one of the following professional bodies:

- The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants

- Chartered Accountants Ireland

- The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants

- The Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy

  • A minimum of 3 year’s practical experience of operating an accounting package to final Trial Balance and management accounts stage.
  • Experience of payroll processing or management.
  • A high level of knowledge and experience in the use of Microsoft Office.
  • Ability to work flexibly, conscientiously and use own initiative to meet deadlines.
  • Excellent organisational and communication skills, with a high level of attention to detail.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to analyse financial information effectively.
  • A full current driving licence and access to a car, or alternative travelling proposals in respect of applicants with a disability who cannot hold a licence.

Desirable criteria

  • Experience of working in the not-for-profit sector and project funding.
  • Experience of working with Sage 200 Accounts.

To find out more about the role and to apply, visit our website by clicking the Apply button below.

The closing date for receipt of completed applications is Monday, 27 July 2026.

For shortlisted applicants it is anticipated that interviews will take place on Wednesday 12 August 2026.

Early Years is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to providing flexible friendly working conditions. As Protestants and males are currently known to be under-represented in the Organisation, we would particularly welcome applications from these groups.

Job Info:

  • Company: Early Years
  • Position: Finance Manager
  • Work Location: Belfast
  • Country: IE

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