Accounts Technician / Part-Qualified Accountant

MCS Group; Lisburn; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable accounting firm in Lisburn is seeking an Accounts Technician / Part-Qualified Accountant to manage bookkeeping and VAT returns. The ideal candidate will have ATI qualifications or relevant experience, strong communication skills, and be proficient with Xero. Enjoy competitive benefits including a pension scheme, generous leave, and a supportive working environment with low staff turnover.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

31 days annual leave

Discretionary performance-based bonuses

Free on-site parking

Regular social events

Qualifications

• Practice experience is preferred.
• Part-qualified accountants seeking deeper client engagement and cloud experience.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Full end-to-end bookkeeping and accounts processing.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns.
• Liaise directly with clients on bookkeeping and software queries.

Skills

ATI Qualified or Part-Qualified

Confident communicator

Attention to detail

Education

Graduates with placement experience

Tools

Xero

Job description

Overview

Accounts Technician / Part-Qualified Accountant - Carryduff

This long-standing firm of Chartered Certified Accountants based in South Belfast has extensive experience supporting businesses across Northern Ireland and beyond. With a focus on building trusted relationships through professional expertise and regular contact, they help clients stay ahead in a competitive landscape-recognising that hard work alone isn't enough for lasting success.

The Benefits

The successful Accounts Technician / Part-Qualified Accountant can expect to receive the following:

• Competitive pension scheme
• 31 days annual leave
  • 22 standard days
  • 8 statutory holidays
  • Plus 1 extra day off for your birthday
• Discretionary performance-based bonuses
• Annual performance and salary review
• Free on-site parking
• Regular social events
• Friendly, long-standing team - low staff turnover
• Dress-down Fridays for a relaxed end to the week

The Role

You will have a wide range of duties, such as;

• Full end-to-end bookkeeping and accounts processing
• Work closely with clients to manage their move to Xero and cloud accounting systems
• Prepare and submit VAT returns
• Liaise directly with clients to support their day-to-day bookkeeping and software queries
• Support wider team with accounts prep as needed

The Person

The ideal candidate will be:

• ATI Qualified or Part-Qualified
• Graduates that have placement experience
• Practice experience is preference
• Part-qualified accountants (P/Q) seeking deeper client engagement and cloud experience
• Confident communicator - comfortable speaking directly with clients
• Skilled in or willing to learn Xero and other cloud platforms
• Attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem solving

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up to date CV via the link provided or contact Brad Dempster, Specialist Recruitment Consultant at MCS group on 02896935506 or [e-mail]

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