Assistant Management Accountant

Location: Belfast
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a trusted client for an Assistant Management Accountant to join a growing and dynamic finance team in Belfast. This is an excellent opportunity for a part-qualified accountant looking to further develop their career within a supportive and fast-paced organisation.

Working closely with the Finance Manager, you will play a key role in producing accurate financial information, supporting month-end processes, and assisting with management reporting. This role offers excellent exposure across the finance function and opportunities for professional development.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts

• Preparing journals, accruals, and prepayments

• Performing balance sheet reconciliations

• Supporting month-end and year-end close processes

• Analysing financial performance and preparing variance reports

• Assisting with budgeting and forecasting activities

• Reconciling bank accounts and intercompany balances

• Supporting VAT returns and statutory reporting

• Maintaining the fixed asset register

• Producing financial reports and analysis for senior management

• Assisting with audit preparation and responding to auditor queries

• Identifying opportunities to improve financial processes and controls

• Providing ad hoc financial analysis and support across the business

About You

The successful candidate will have:

• Previous experience in an Assistant Accountant or similar finance role

• Experience assisting with management accounts

• Strong knowledge of accruals, prepayments, journals, and reconciliations

• Excellent Microsoft Excel skills

• Experience using accounting software or ERP systems

• Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail

• The ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines

• Excellent communication and organisational skills

Desirable

• Part-qualified ACCA, CIMA, ACA, or equivalent

• AAT qualified with progression towards a professional qualification

• Experience working in a commercial finance environment

• Knowledge of budgeting and forecasting processes

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary based on experience

• Study support for ACCA, CIMA, or ACA

• Company pension scheme

• Generous annual leave entitlement

• Hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)

• Ongoing training and career development

• Supportive and collaborative team environment

• Modern offices in Belfast

If you're an ambitious finance professional looking to take the next step in your accounting career, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV outlining your experience and suitability for the role.