Finance Manager - Belfast

Staffline Recruitment (NI) Ltd.; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm in Belfast is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee the finance department. The role includes management reporting, statutory compliance, and business partnering. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with over 2 years of experience in financial reporting and compliance, looking for a dynamic working environment and career growth opportunities. Hybrid working and excellent benefits are included.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Excellent benefits

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 2+ years' post-qualification experience in finance.
• Strong background in financial reporting and compliance.
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and team collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Preparation and analysis of quarterly management accounts.
• Annual budgets, cashflow forecasting, and performance tracking.
• Managing statutory reporting, tax compliance, and VAT returns.
• Overseeing external and regulatory audits.
• Ensuring compliance with Solicitors Account Regulations.
• Reviewing bank reconciliations and managing banking relationships.
• Supporting billing and financial queries from senior stakeholders.

Skills

audits

management accounts

compliance

bank reconciliations

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

Finance Manager

Belfast | Hybrid Working
Permanent | Full-time

Are you an ambitious finance professional looking to take the next step in your career? This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading professional services firm with an international presence. You\'ll be part of a dynamic finance team, working closely with colleagues across multiple offices and supporting the business with accurate financial reporting, compliance, and strategic decision-making.

The Role

As Finance Manager, you will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the Belfast finance department, supported by colleagues across the wider group. This is a varied role that will give you exposure to management reporting, audits, statutory compliance, and business partnering within a fast-paced professional services environment.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Preparation and analysis of quarterly management accounts

• Annual budgets, cashflow forecasting, and performance tracking

• Managing statutory reporting, tax compliance, and VAT returns

• Overseeing external and regulatory audits (including Law Society audits)

• Ensuring compliance with Solicitors Account Regulations and client money controls

• Reviewing bank reconciliations and managing banking relationships

• Supporting billing, creditor payments, and ad hoc financial queries from senior stakeholders

About You

We\'re looking for a finance professional who is detail-driven, organised, and proactive, with strong stakeholder management skills.

Essential:

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with 2+ years\' post-qualification experience

• Strong background in financial reporting and compliance

• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines

• Excellent interpersonal and team collaboration skills

Desirable:

• Experience in a professional services environment (legal, consultancy, accountancy, etc.)

• Previous experience in a busy, fast-paced finance department

Why Apply?

• Work with a prestigious international firm with a reputation for excellence

• Be part of a collaborative, supportive finance team

• Gain exposure to high-level financial management and strategic decision-making

• Hybrid working, excellent benefits, and clear opportunities for career development

If you\'re a driven finance professional ready for your next challenge, apply today to explore this fantastic opportunity.

Skills: audits, management accounts, compliance, bank reconciliations