New role - Business Advisory Accountant

VanRath; Belfast; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing advisory practice in Belfast seeks a proactive accountant to work with diverse clients in the tech and creative sectors. The role emphasizes client interaction and strategic financial advice, moving beyond traditional accounting to influence business growth. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

30 days annual leave

Flexible culture

Pension scheme

Career progression opportunities

Networking events

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with ACA/ACCA certification.
• Strong accounts preparation and tax background.
• Confident communicator with a commercial mindset.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on sustainable growth and compliance.
• Prepare management accounts and financial forecasts.
• Support clients with tax-efficient structures.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Business development

Tax planning

Financial modelling

Client relationship management

Education

ACA/ACCA qualified

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Job description

We're working in partnership with a fast-growing, boutique advisory practice in Belfast, known for its modern, high-energy approach and client base of exciting tech, creative, and high-growth businesses. This is not your typical accounting role - it's ideal for someone who loves business as much as balance sheets and enjoys working directly with founders and entrepreneurial clients.
You'll be advising ambitious, often scaling businesses on how to grow sustainably, stay compliant, and make commercially smart decisions. There is a real mix of business support, hands-on compliance, and forward-looking planning - with a strong emphasis on corporate and personal tax.
This would suit a newly or recently qualified accountant who is confident, proactive, and enjoys client interaction - someone who wants to be part of something growing and dynamic.

What You'll Do

• Work directly with clients across tech, creative, and professional sectors
• Prepare and interpret management accounts and KPIs to support business decisions
• Deliver short and long-term cash flow forecasts and financial modelling
• Advise on tax-efficient structures, profit extraction, and personal tax planning
• Support clients with capital gains, VAT, and R&D tax queries
• Help keep clients compliant - statutory accounts, tax, VAT, and payroll returns
• Build relationships with entrepreneurial founders and support their goals
• Play a visible role in practice growth and business development activities

About You

• ACA/ACCA qualified
• Strong grounding in accounts prep and tax from a practice background
• Commercially minded, curious, and motivated to help clients grow
• Keen to get involved in business development and client-facing work
• Enjoys autonomy and thrives in an ambitious, fast-paced environment
• Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills
• Comfortable using cloud-based tools (Xero, QuickBooks, etc.)

What's on Offer

• An exciting client portfolio of start-ups, creatives, and high-net-worth individuals
• Hands-on exposure to corporate tax, personal tax, R&D, and business strategy
• A collaborative team environment in a bright, central office space
• Mentorship and fast-tracked career progression as the firm continues to grow
• Flexible culture with early finish Fridays and regular networking events
• 30 days annual leave, pension, competitive salary + bonus potential

This is an ideal next step if you're looking to step away from traditional compliance and into a role with purpose, impact, and a lot of variety.

What's the next step?
If you think this role may be of interest to you, or you wish to discuss any other senior accountancy jobs in Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Emma Jayne Bowen at VANRATH or on LinkedIn in the strictest confidence.

Why VANRATH will help you secure your next role:
Established in 2000, VANRATH has become a market leader in Northern Ireland. This success is a direct result of our dedication to confidentiality, professionalism and the wealth of knowledge held by our Senior Consultants. VANRATH has a demonstrable track record in pairing the best local talent with leading local businesses.