Assistant Accountant
Location: BelfastJob Type: Full-time, Permanent
About the Role
We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Accountant to join our client’s finance team in Belfast. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their accounting career within a supportive and fast-paced environment.
The successful candidate will assist with the day-to-day finance function, ensuring accurate financial records and supporting the wider finance team with month-end processes and reporting.
Key Responsibilities
Processing purchase and sales invoices
Bank reconciliations and cash allocation
Preparing and posting journals
Assisting with month-end and year-end procedures
Reconciling supplier and customer accounts
Supporting credit control and accounts payable activities
Processing employee expenses
Maintaining accurate financial records and filing systems
Assisting with VAT returns and other statutory reporting
Supporting the Finance Manager with ad hoc reporting and analysis
Liaising with internal departments and external suppliers to resolve account queries
About You
The ideal candidate will have:
3+ years experience in an accounts or finance role
A good understanding of bookkeeping and accounting principles
Experience using accounting software (such as Sage, Xero, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar)
Strong Microsoft Excel skills
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
The ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Strong communication and problem-solving skills
Desirable
AAT qualified or currently studying towards AAT, ACCA, CIMA, or a similar accounting qualification
Experience with month-end processes
Knowledge of VAT procedures
What We Offer
Competitive salary (depending on experience)
Company pension
28 days’ holiday (including bank holidays)
Opportunities for professional development and study support
Friendly and supportive working environment
On-site parking or accessible city-centre location
Employee wellbeing initiatives
If you are looking to build your career in accounting and want to join a growing organisation where your contribution will be valued, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today with your CV and a short covering letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role.
Skills:Management Accounts Month-End Close Bank Reconciliations Accounts Payable Receivable
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