Finance Manager/Company Accountant (Greater Belfast)

Vanrath; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanrath is recruiting a Finance Manager/Company Accountant for our client in Greater Belfast. The role offers broad exposure across the finance function and scope to strengthen controls and contribute to growth.

Ideal candidates are qualified accountants or qualified by experience, with broad accounting experience, strong attention to detail, and excellent stakeholder management skills. Proficiency in Excel and accounting software is essential.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) or qualified by experience.
• Broad accounting experience across operational and technical activities.
• Experience establishing or maintaining internal controls.
• Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting, including AP, AR, and financial reporting.
• Maintain and improve internal controls and financial procedures.
• Assist with monthly management accounts and annual financial statements.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Liaise with payroll providers to ensure accurate processing.

Skills

Accounting expertise

Internal controls

Attention to detail

Stakeholder management

Excel

Accounting software

Problem solving

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Finance Manager/Company Accountant - Greater Belfast

An exciting opportunity for a proactive finance professional to join a growing and ambitious business. This role offers broad exposure across the finance function, the opportunity to strengthen financial controls, and the chance to contribute to ongoing business growth and process improvement.

Salary / Benefits

• Competitive salary package
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development
• The opportunity to make a real impact within a growing organisation

About your next employer

Our client is an innovative organisation at the forefront of their industry. As the business continues to develop, they are looking to appoint a Finance Manager/Company Accountant to support financial operations, enhance internal controls, and contribute to the ongoing development of the finance function.

About you

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) or qualified by experience
• Broad accounting experience across operational and technical activities
• Experience establishing or maintaining internal controls
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
• Effective communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Excel
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement

What you'll do

• Oversee day-to-day accounting, including AP, AR, and financial reporting
• Maintain and improve internal controls and financial procedures
• Assist with monthly management accounts and annual financial statements
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Liaise with payroll providers to ensure accurate and timely processing
• Complete account reconciliations and support audit activities
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and reporting