Finance Associate- 12 month Fixed Term Contract

Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

7/18/2025

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We believe in a people-first culture, where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your contributions truly make a difference. Here, you’ll be part of a diverse, ambitious team that celebrates creativity and collaboration.

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MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES IN THE BUSINESS:

FINANCE ASSOCIATE

As a Finance Associate (12 month FTC) at Kainos, you will be responsible for performing a wide variety of finance tasks. You will be working as part of a Finance team within a fast-paced PLC environment to effectively deliver support for the core business.

The Key Responsibilities For This Role Include

• Performing weekly reconciliations for various bank accounts in a variety of currencies.
• Support the Accounts Payable team by reviewing and submitting supplier invoices for approval and processing global payments.
• Updating weekly cashflow forecasts for Group bank accounts
• Reviewing employee expense submission in line with Kainos’ expense policy.
• Assisting with credit control tasks as required.
• Liaising with other departments in Kainos (e.g. Facilities, Systems, People Support and Operations) as well as external stakeholders (e.g. suppliers, banks and customers).
• Providing assistance to the Group Tax Manager as requested
• Providing support to the rest of the Finance team including the Finance Manager(s) and Group Head of Finance as required.
  
  

 

Minimum (essential) Requirements

• A degree (in preferably Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline (minimum 2:2 classification)), or at least 1 year of relevant experience in a Finance team.
• Ability to work efficiently and comfortably prioritise your workload in a fast-paced environment to meet deadlines
• A self-starter who can work on their own initiative with minimal supervision
• Sound verbal and written communication skills with both staff and external stakeholders
• We all work in teams here in Kainos – a proven ability of strong team skills, including taking direction from others, is crucial
• Highly flexible, including a willingness to work flexible hours at peak times
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office suite including Excel, Outlook and Word.
• Ability to carry out responsibilities in accordance with company policies, procedures and processes.
  
  

Desirable

• Knowledge of accounting software e.g. Workday or a similar package.
  
  

Embracing our differences  

At Kainos, we believe in the power of diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to building a team that is as diverse as the world we live in, where everyone is valued, respected, and given an equal chance to thrive.   We actively seek out talented people from all backgrounds, regardless of age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic that makes them who they are.   We also believe every candidate deserves a level playing field.

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