Accountant (DP)

CPL Recruitment; Antrim and Newtownabbey District; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CPL Recruitment is seeking a Deputy Principal Accountant for a Belfast-based organisation. You will lead financial reporting, budgeting, management accounting and governance, delivering timely accounts and insightful financial analysis.

The role requires a fully qualified accountant and strong leadership, with experience in budgeting, audits and financial planning. You will manage the finance team and contribute to strategic financial decisions.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent).
• Minimum 2 years' post-qualification experience in the last 10 years.
• Experience in financial planning and budgeting, financial accounting and audit, or management accounting and cost analysis.
• Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare annual accounts and financial reports.
• Analyse financial data and provide financial advice.
• Manage budgets and support financial planning.
• Produce management accounts and performance reports.
• Lead and develop the finance team.
• Maintain financial controls and support audits.

Skills

Financial analysis

Leadership

Communication

Budgeting

Audit

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CIPFA or equivalent)

Job description

Deputy Principal Accountant | Belfast

We are recruiting for a Deputy Principal Accountant to join a Belfast-based organisation. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant to take on a varied role covering financial reporting, budgeting, management accounting, team leadership, and financial governance.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare annual accounts and financial reports.
• Analyse financial data and provide financial advice.
• Manage budgets and support financial planning.
• Produce management accounts and performance reports.
• Lead and develop the finance team.
• Maintain financial controls and support audits.

Essential Criteria

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent).
• Minimum 2 years' post-qualification experience gained within the last 10 years.
• Experience in financial planning and budgeting, financial accounting and audit, or management accounting and cost analysis.
• Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills.