Assistant Accountant

Finnebrogue; Downpatrick; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food producer in Northern Ireland is seeking an Assistant Accountant to assist in preparing management accounts and supporting reconciliations. The ideal candidate should be IATI qualified or part qualified with at least two years' experience in a similar role, preferably in manufacturing. The role offers significant career development opportunities within an innovative company. Benefits include a subsidised canteen, healthcare plan, and additional perks.

Benefits

Subsidised canteen

Free onsite car parking

Healthcare plan

Cycle-to-work scheme

Holiday on your birthday

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years' relevant experience in a similar role.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation of weekly and monthly management accounts.
• Support balance sheet reconciliations.
• Grow knowledge across multiple finance functions.

Skills

Financial modelling

Data manipulation

Accounting principles

Education

IATI Qualified or Part Qualified

Job description

Be part of something big

We look at what is wrong with food to figure out how to make it the best it can be, without being bound by the way it has always been done. This innovative thinking has led Finnebrogue to multiple awards, nationwide acclaim, and has established us as a leading food producer. In 2024, we were recognised as the UK's Employer of the Year by Grocer Gold and the Best Place to Work in Northern Ireland by the Irish News Workplace & Employment Awards. Our robust People Strategy offers career pathways and development opportunities for all employees, emphasising talent growth and wellbeing with generous benefits for all. We are proud to be the first food producer in the UK and Ireland to achieve the Diversity Mark accreditation and are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace. With four sites in Downpatrick, County Down, our business continues to grow rapidly, with turnover increasing from £50M to £200M in the past 6 years. Join us at Finnebrogue, where innovation meets excellence, and every team member is valued and empowered to grow.

The Role

At Finnebrogue, the Assistant Accountant plays a vital role in assisting with the preparation of weekly and monthly management accounts and supporting balance sheet reconciliations. While working as part of the wider Finance department, you will gain invaluable knowledge across multiple finance functions to support your role and career development.

As part of a dynamic and fast-evolving business, this role will continue to grow in scope and impact, supporting Finnebrogue's ambition to innovate.

What it takes

IATI Qualified/Part Qualified accountant (or qualified by experience) with two years' relevant experience working in a similar role. Strong financial modelling skills including use of pivot tables and data manipulation.

The ideal candidate will have at least two years' experience in a similar role, with experience in a manufacturing environment and a passion and desire to further develop their career within finance.

Hours of Work

37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with core hours being 10am to 4pm.

Benefits

Working within one of our state-of-the-art premises, you will enjoy a range of benefits including a subsidised canteen with free breakfast and lunch options, free onsite car parking, and electric charging points. You will be entitled to weekly free products (up to 5 per person) through our award-winning "Shack Initiative." We also host wellbeing, social, and sport events.

Additional perks include a Healthcare plan, cycle-to-work scheme, electric car scheme, and a holiday on your birthday. Our benefits continue to grow, and our awards as Irish News and Grocer Gold Employer of the Year reflect our exciting culture and benefits.