Financial Accountant

Cpl Healthcare; Northern Ireland; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Cpl Healthcare is recruiting a Financial Accountant for a temporary position in Newry until October 2026. The role involves managing financial services, preparing financial statements, ensuring compliance, and leading audits. Candidates should have relevant accounting qualifications and experience, alongside strong IT skills.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant with ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW, or CIPFA.
• At least 2 years' experience in financial accounting across multiple areas.
• Strong IT skills including MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Financial Services team.
• Prepare Annual Financial Statements and statutory reports.
• Oversee cash flow forecasting and financial compliance.

Skills

Financial statements

VAT

Cash flow

Team management

IT skills

Education

Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW, CIPFA)

Tools

MS Office

Integrated finance systems

Job description

Financial Accountant – Newry – Temporary Position (Until October 2026)

We are currently recruiting for a Financial Accountant to lead the Financial Services function of a public sector organisation. This will involve managing Accounts Payable and Receivable, preparing Annual Financial Statements, ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory standards, and leading on external audits and financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

·Lead and manage the Financial Services team (AP & AR)

·Prepare Annual Financial Statements, VAT returns, and statutory reports

·Oversee cash flow forecasting and monitor financial compliance

·Act as key liaison for external audits

·Support financial planning and the implementation of internal controls

·Contribute to system improvements and staff development

Essential Criteria:

·Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW, CIPFA, etc.)

·Minimum 2 years’ experience in financial accounting covering at least 5 areas (e.g., financial statements, VAT, fixed assets, cash flow)

·Experience managing a team and working with auditors

·Strong IT skills, including MS Office and integrated finance systems

·Ability to travel between sites (car owner/driver or alternative transport access)

Desirable:

·Public sector experience

·Knowledge of HMRC regulations, including VAT partial exemption

For more information or to be considered for this role, apply here or contact Sophie Keogh at Cpl NI.