EANI is a non-departmental public body sponsored by the Department of Education (DE) and the Department for the Economy (DfE), responsible for ensuring that efficient and effective primary and secondary education and educational services are available to meet the needs of children and young people, and for ensuring the provision of efficient and effective youth services.
Responsibilities:
- Support the Functional Lead in delivering capital budget and reporting services, ensuring consistent and cohesive financial support across the service, including during the annual accounts process.
- Manage assigned capital budget and year-end processes, driving efficiency and effectiveness while ensuring compliance with statutory requirements.
- Oversee workload distribution and service activities through structured work plans, identifying opportunities for continuous improvement in delivery and governance.
- Contribute to the development of strategies, frameworks, and systems that enhance financial governance, compliance, and customer-focused service delivery.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, providing expert financial advice and resolving complex service issues as needed.
- Lead or support continuous improvement initiatives, including digital transformation projects, training delivery, and technical guidance, while deputising for management when required.
Essential Criteria:
- Qualified or Part Qualified Accountant
- Excellent Communication and Collaboration skills
- Manage deadlines and prioritise statutory deliverables
- Explain finance principles to people without a Finance Background
- Good Excel skills
