Assistant Accountant Belfast | Hybrid | Permanent
- Salary £33,000 – £36,000 depending on experience
- Hybrid working — genuine flexibility on offer
- Broad, hands-on role with real exposure across the finance function
- Supportive team environment with clear opportunities to develop
- Join a well-established Belfast business with a strong local reputation
About the Company
Our client is a well-established business based in Belfast with a strong reputation and a stable, growing finance function. This is a business that invests in its people and offers a genuine platform for career development. A great place to build on your existing finance experience in a role that offers real variety and responsibility.
The Role
This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to take the next step in their career. As Assistant Accountant you will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the finance function, supporting with management accounts, reconciliations, and financial reporting. You will work closely with a supportive finance team and gain broad exposure across the business. If you are part-qualified or AAT qualified and looking for a role where you can really develop, this is one worth exploring.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts
- Perform bank reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations
- Process and post journals accurately and to deadlines
- Support with VAT returns and other statutory submissions
- Manage purchase ledger and sales ledger functions
- Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes
- Produce regular financial reports for internal stakeholders
- Support the month-end and year-end close process
- Liaise with internal teams to resolve finance queries efficiently
What You'll Need
Essential:
- Previous experience in a finance or accounts role
- Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software
- Organised, proactive and able to manage competing deadlines
- Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team
Nice to Have:
- AAT qualified or part-qualified ACCA/CIMA
- Experience with Sage, Xero or QuickBooks
- Exposure to management accounts preparation
Why Apply?
- Salary £33,000 – £36,000 depending on experience
- Hybrid working with genuine flexibility
- Broad and varied role across the full finance function
- Study support considered for the right candidate
- Supportive team with a clear path for progression
- Well-established Belfast business with long-term stability
How to Apply
Interested? Reach out to Emma Groves directly at emma@ochopeople.com, or submit your CV via the link below.
