Financial Accountant

Almac Group; Craigavon; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus

Holiday Allowance

Healthcare Reimbursement Scheme

Job summary

Almac Group is seeking a qualified Financial Accountant in Craigavon with significant accounting experience to manage monthly accounts, commentary and balance sheet reconciliations. The role combines hands‑on accounting with team leadership and process improvement.

You will oversee year‑end work, support auditors, and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver timely financial insights. Hybrid working after probation is available, with a competitive salary and benefits package.

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant status with a UK‑recognised professional body (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)
• Significant financial accounting experience
• Experience overseeing year-end accounts, P&L, bank reconciliations, and fixed assets
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with data manipulation
• Strong analytical, problem solving and decision making skills
• Ability to work independently, manage deadlines and communicate effectively
• Experience coordinating year‑end packs and auditor working papers

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly management accounts, finance reports and commentary
• Analyse financial performance against budgets and prior periods
• Oversee month‑end transactions, journals and balance sheet reconciliations
• Maintain Fixed Asset Register and capital expenditure reporting
• Prepare cash-flow forecasts and ensure bank reconciliations
• Lead year‑end accounts and provide working papers for auditors
• Monitor accounts payable/receivable performance and reporting
• Supervise Finance team and guide day‑to‑day activities
• Produce regular and ad‑hoc financial reports for stakeholders
• Support development of financial systems, controls and processes

Skills

Financial accounting

Team leadership

Advanced Excel

Analytical thinking

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Job description

Financial Accountant

Location: Craigavon

Hours / Shifts / Pattern: 12 Month Fixed Term Contract - Full-time or part-time working arrangements available.

Core working hours are between 10:00am and 4:00pm, Monday to Friday.

Business Unit: Almac Diagnostic Services

Open To: Internal and External Applicants

Ref No.: HRJOB12025

The Opportunity

We are pleased to offer an excellent opportunity for a qualified and experienced accountant to join the Finance team within Almac Diagnostic Services. As Financial Account/ Senior Accountant / Company Accountant, you will play an important role in supporting the effective financial management of the business. You will prepare and review monthly management accounts, provide clear financial commentary and analysis, oversee balance sheet reconciliations and support the completion of year-end accounts and audit working papers.

You will also supervise and support colleagues within the Finance department, helping to manage day-to-day activities, resolve issues and ensure key financial deadlines are achieved. Working closely with both financial and non-financial stakeholders, you will provide accurate information and meaningful insight to support effective business decisions. This is a varied and influential role for an experienced finance professional who enjoys combining hands‑on accounting responsibilities with team leadership, process improvement and financial analysis.

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing and reviewing monthly management accounts, finance reports, operating performance measures and financial commentary
• Analysing financial performance against budgets and prior reporting periods
• Ensuring month-end transactions and journals are completed accurately and on time Reviewing monthly balance sheet reconciliations, including accruals, prepayments and suspense accounts
• Maintaining oversight of the Fixed Asset Register and reporting on capital expenditure against budget
• Preparing and reviewing cash-flow forecasts and ensuring bank accounts are reconciled
• Leading the completion of year-end accounts and supporting working papers for external auditors
• Reviewing and reporting on accounts payable and accounts receivable performance
• Supervising Finance team members and providing guidance on day-to-day activities
• Producing regular and ad‑hoc financial reports for internal stakeholders
• Supporting the continued development of financial systems, controls and internal processes

Joining Almac means becoming part of a fast‑paced, growing organisation within a highly regulated industry. We offer a supportive and collaborative working environment, with excellent opportunities for learning, development and long‑term career progression across the Almac Group.

Our approach is simple - we support, develop and reward our people, build fulfilling careers and together we advance human health.

What you need to be successful

We are looking for a qualified accountant who can bring significant financial experience, sound technical knowledge and a practical, solutions-focused approach to the role.

To be considered for this opportunity, you must have:

• Qualified Accountant status with a UK‑recognised professional body, such as ACA, ACCA or CIMA
• Significant financial accounting experience
• Experience overseeing the completion of entity financial accounts, including profit and loss reporting, bank reconciliations, balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, prepayments, accounts payable and receivable reviews, and fixed asset accounting
• Experience coordinating the completion of year-end account packs and preparing supporting working papers for auditors
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including experience using data-manipulation and reporting tools
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving and decision‑making skills
• The ability to work independently, use initiative and manage competing deadlines
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to work collaboratively and contribute to collective team deadlines

Experience in project accounting, budgeting, costing or Microsoft Dynamics 365 would be advantageous. If you are an experienced finance professional who is ready to take ownership of key accounting activities, support and develop colleagues, and contribute to the continued improvement of financial processes, we would welcome your application.

Applicants must have eligibility to work in the UK with no restrictions or possess a valid work permit that will allow them to take up employment in the UK. Further information Further information on the essential and desirable criteria required for this role can be found in the Job Description attached to this advert.

Both full‑time and part‑time applications will be considered. Applicants interested in part‑time hours should outline their preferred working arrangement as part of their application.

Following successful completion of the six-month probationary period, the successful candidate will be eligible to apply for hybrid working.

• A fantastic salary and benefits package is available, including annual bonus, generous holiday allowance, healthcare reimbursement scheme, and a rewarding role where your work contributes to the advancement of human health.

Closing Date:

We will no longer be accepting applications after 5pm on Sunday 8th November 2026.