Assistant Accountant

• Part-qualified Assistant Accountant role within a busy, supportive finance team
• On-site, based in Belfast
• Broad exposure across management accounts, VAT, payroll and reconciliations
• Competitive salary plus 30 days annual holiday
• Genuine progression opportunities as you complete your professional qualification

About the Company

This is a well-established organisation with a busy, professional finance function based in Belfast. The team has a strong reputation for supporting junior finance professionals as they build their skills and progress towards qualification. It is a stable, well-run environment where you will be given genuine responsibility and close mentorship from day one.

The Role

Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the finance function. You will get broad, hands-on exposure across the transactional and month-end cycle, working closely with the wider team on everything from ledger processing to management accounts support. This is a great fit for someone part-qualified or early in their studies who wants exposure across a broad remit rather than a narrow silo, with support and mentorship close at hand.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts
• Process purchase and sales ledger transactions
• Perform bank reconciliations and support the month-end close
• Prepare and support VAT return submissions
• Manage accounts payable and receivable
• Assist with payroll processing
• Maintain accurate financial records and filing
• Support the wider finance team with ad hoc duties as required

What You'll Need

Essential:

• Part-qualified (ACCA/CIMA/AAT) or actively studying towards a professional qualification
• Minimum 1-2 years' experience in an accounting or finance role
• Strong Excel skills and experience with accounting software such as Sage or Xero
• High attention to detail with a methodical approach to work
• A strong communicator, comfortable working independently and as part of a team

Desirable / Nice to Have:

• Prior exposure to payroll processing
• Experience within a fast-paced, multi-entity finance function

Why Apply?

• Competitive salary
• 30 days annual holiday
• On-site role based in Belfast within a friendly, professional finance team
• Clear, genuine progression opportunities as you build your qualification
• Broad, hands-on exposure across the full finance function, not a narrow silo
• Close mentorship and support from an experienced Finance Manager

Next Steps

Interested in finding out more? Get in touch with Emma at or connect on LinkedIn to apply.

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