Finance Assistant (Belfast)

VanRath; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services company in Belfast seeks a Finance Assistant to join their finance team. The role involves managing banking activities and transactional finance with opportunities for career progression in a hybrid working environment. Candidates should have at least 2 years experience in a similar role, proficiency in accounting software, and strong organisational skills.

Benefits

Career progression

Hybrid working

Flexible working

Excellent company benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a fast-paced, transactional finance role.
• Proficient with accounting software and Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Teams).
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day banking and transactional activity.
• Prepare and co-authorise electronic payments within deadlines.
• Perform daily bank reconciliations and treasury transfers.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Initiative

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Office

Job description

VANRATH are currently recruiting for a Finance Assistant to join a leading professional services company based in Belfast City Centre. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of an established finance team within a well-respected organisation, offering a varied role with exposure to a wide range of transactional finance responsibilities.

What You'll Get

• Career progression
• Hybrid working
• Flexible working
• Excellent company benefits

What You'll Do

Reporting to the Finance Manager, you'll be responsible for managing the day-to-day banking and transactional activity across the business. This includes:

• Maintain accurate records across multiple bank accounts
• Prepare, post, and co-authorise electronic payments within deadlines
• Process incoming funds, direct debits, supplier payments, and client cash
• Post and print daily cheques
• Perform daily bank reconciliations and treasury transfers between accounts
• Arrange foreign currency payments and resolve payment queries with external parties
• Monitor and manage a shared finance mailbox to ensure timely responses
• Collaborate with the wider finance team to complete tasks efficiently
• Provide cover and support across the finance team as needed

About You

• Minimum 2 year's experience in a fast-paced, transactional finance role
• Background in cashiering or bookkeeping
• Proficient with accounting software and Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Teams)
• Familiarity with foreign bank accounts and professional services
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
• Able to take initiative and manage priorities in a deadline-driven environment

For further information on this vacancy, or any other Accountancy & Finance job in Belfast or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Chanel Gillen in the strictest confidence.
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