Bookkeeper/Accounts Preparation Senior

MCS Group; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

MCS Group is seeking a Bookkeeper/Accounts Preparation Senior to join a leading Accountancy Firm in Belfast. You will maintain financial records, support clients using cloud accounting software like Xero and QuickBooks, and prepare management accounts. This role offers excellent benefits, including hybrid working, and is ideal for candidates with bookkeeping qualifications and experience in professional services.

Benefits

23 days + 10 statutory holidays

Life Assurance (4x Salary)

Pension scheme

Income Protection

Medical insurance (optional)

Corporate memberships

Health & Well-being initiatives

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experienced in professional services with a solid understanding of accounting principles.
• Must be proficient in cloud accounting software and related add-ons.
• Strong ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records, including payables, receivables, and bank reconciliations.
• Process monthly payroll and assist with VAT return preparation.
• Prepare monthly management accounts with reconciliation of balance sheet controls.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Self-Motivation

Education

Bookkeeping qualification or part-qualified (IATI)

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Job description

Bookkeeper/Accounts Preparation Senior - Belfast

MCS Group is delighted to be working with a successful Accountancy Firm in Belfast to source a Bookkeeper/Accounts Preparation Senior to join their expanding team.

The Company:

One of the largest accountancy firms in Belfast, recently acquired by a large group. The company re-brand has enhanced its market image and now forms part of a bigger group, providing better opportunities, clients, and work. They are now attracting more work from wider UK clients, including NI/ROI entities. Now is the perfect time to join this growing firm.

The Benefits:

As a successful Bookkeeper/Accounts Preparation Senior, you will receive:

• 23 days + 10 statutory holidays (Manager & below) (option to purchase 5 extra days)
• Life Assurance (4x Salary)
• Pension scheme
• Income Protection
• Medical insurance (optional)
• Corporate memberships (Chamber of Commerce, Women in Business, etc.)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Health & Well-being initiatives
• Hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 days from home)

The Role:

The main duties of the Bookkeeper/Accounts Preparation Senior include:

• Maintaining accurate financial records, including payables, receivables, and bank reconciliations
• Processing monthly payroll and month-end journals (accruals, prepayments)
• Supporting clients using cloud accounting software, mainly Xero and QuickBooks
• Preparing monthly management accounts with full reconciliation of balance sheet controls
• Assisting with VAT return preparation, ensuring compliance with Making Tax Digital
• Providing ad hoc reporting and financial analysis to support the finance team
• Analyzing job time tracking and preparing client fee drafts

The Person:

The ideal candidate will have:

• Bookkeeping qualification or part-qualified (IATI) with experience in professional services
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and keen attention to detail
• Proficiency in cloud accounting software (Xero, QuickBooks) and related add-ons
• Excellent communication skills for client and team interactions
• Strong organizational skills, self-motivation, and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines

Application Process:

To discuss this opportunity in confidence, please send your updated CV via the provided link or contact Brad Dempster, Specialist Recruitment Consultant at MCS Group, on 02896935506 or [e-mail].

Even if this position isn't suitable, we may have others. Visit www.mcsgroup.jobs to view our current vacancies.

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