Assistant Accountant

VanRath Search & Selection; Belfast City District; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working pattern

ACCA/CIMA qualification support

Mentorship from finance professionals

Personal and professional development

Friendly team culture

Job summary

VanRath Search & Selection is recruiting an Assistant Accountant in Belfast with a hybrid working pattern. The role offers a salary of £30,000–£35,000 per annum and the chance to develop accounting skills while pursuing ACCA/CIMA qualifications.

The successful candidate will support monthly management reporting, intercompany transactions, payroll processing, and budget monitoring in a collaborative finance team. Strong numeracy and Excel skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Currently working towards a 2.1 or higher in Finance or Accounting.
• Part-qualified, with some exams already completed towards CIMA or an equivalent qualification.
• Some practical experience in an accounting or finance role is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation of monthly management reports and accounts.
• Assist in reconciling balances and drafting revenue recognition journals.
• Process intercompany transactions and monitor intercompany balances.
• Help produce reports on financial and non-financial metrics for management.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable functions, including credit control.
• Contribute to payroll and expenses processing in line with company policies.
• Monitor departmental budgets and investigate variances.
• Assist in preparing documents for external audits and maintaining accurate records.
• Carry out bank reconciliations and support cash flow management.

Skills

Numeracy

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Team player

Confidentiality

Education

2.1 in Finance or Accounting

Part-qualified with CIMA exams

Tools

Excel

Job description

Assistant Accountant (BBBH15627) Belfast, Northern Ireland

Salary: GBP30000 - GBP35000 per annum

This is an exciting opportunity for a driven Assistant Accountant to join a growing organisation. The role offers a chance to develop your accounting skills within a supportive environment and to progress your professional qualifications.

Salary / Benefits:

• Competitive salary package
• Hybrid working pattern including remote and in-office work
• Support with studying for your ACCA/CIMA qualification
• Mentorship from experienced finance professionals
• Opportunities for personal and professional development
• Friendly, inclusive team culture

About your next employer: This organisation is committed to providing high-quality financial management support and advice to its clients. With over 20 years of experience, it has built a strong reputation for delivering value and strategic guidance. Following recent growth, they are expanding their team in Belfast, offering a collaborative environment that supports innovation and excellence. The Belfast office provides flexible hybrid working arrangements to promote work-life balance and team cohesion.

About you:

• Currently working towards a 2.1 or higher in Finance or Accounting
• Part-qualified, with some exams already completed towards CIMA or an equivalent qualification
• Some practical experience in an accounting or finance role is desirable
• Strong numeracy and analytical skills, with excellent attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Good organisational and time-management skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Enthusiastic, proactive, and eager to learn
• Maintains professionalism and confidentiality in handling sensitive information

What you’ll do:

• Support the preparation of monthly management reports and accounts
• Assist in reconciling balances and drafting revenue recognition journals
• Process intercompany transactions and monitor intercompany balances
• Help produce reports on financial and non-financial metrics for management
• Manage accounts payable and receivable functions, including credit control
• Contribute to payroll and expenses processing in line with company policies
• Monitor departmental budgets and investigate variances
• Assist in preparing documents for external audits and maintaining accurate records
• Carry out bank reconciliations and support cash flow managementPerform routine financial administrative tasks and support broader projects to broaden experience