Newly Qualified Accountant

Artemis Human Capital; Newtownabbey; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing financial services firm in Newtownabbey is seeking a Newly Qualified Accountant with an audit background. The role involves preparing statutory reports, managing cashflow, and leading audit processes. We're looking for a detail-oriented professional with strong accounting knowledge and excellent communication skills. The position offers a salary between £40,000 and £45,000, alongside benefits like a pension contribution, health cash plan, and generous holiday allowance.

Benefits

£40,000–£45,000 base salary

Up to 10% employer pension contribution

Health Cash Plan

30 days holiday (22 floating + 8 statutory)

Holiday purchase scheme – buy up to 5 extra days

Gym reimbursement

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Strong technical accounting knowledge required.
• Experience with accounting software and Excel is essential.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities essential.

Responsibilities

• Produce statutory reports and support year-end accounts.
• Complete balance sheet reconciliations and control account reviews.
• Prepare and submit VAT and compliance returns.
• Manage cashflow and forecasting.
• Maintain the fixed asset register.
• Provide financial analysis and reporting for management.
• Lead external audits and liaise with auditors.

Skills

Strong technical accounting knowledge

High level of competency with accounting software and Excel

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Strong communication skills

Education

Qualified Accountant (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Job description

We are working exclusively with a fast-growing NI Top 100 company based in the Newtownabbey area, who are seeking to appoint aNewly Qualified Accountant (audit background) as they enter the next stage of their growth journey.

Reporting directly to the Finance Director, this role will play a key part in delivering high-quality financial reporting, ensuring statutory compliance, strengthening internal controls, leading the year-end audit process, and supporting the ongoing development of the finance function.

What We Offer

• £40,000–£45,000 base salary (D.O.E.)
• Up to 10% employer pension contribution
• Health Cash Plan
• 30 days holiday (22 floating + 8 statutory)
• Holiday purchase scheme – buy up to 5 extra days
• Gym reimbursement
• Free on-site parking

Key Responsibilities

• Produce statutory reports and support year-end accounts
• Complete balance sheet reconciliations and control account reviews
• Prepare and submit VAT and other HMRC/compliance returns
• Manage cashflow and forecasting
• Maintain the fixed asset register, including depreciation
• Provide financial analysis and reporting for senior management
• Partner with operational teams to support decision-making
• Lead external audits and liaise with auditorsSupport continuous improvement of finance processes and controls
• Assist with ad hoc finance tasks as required

Who We’re Looking For

• Qualified Accountant (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
• Strong technical accounting knowledge
• High level of competency with accounting software and Excel
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• A diligent, proactive and detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced, growing environment
• Strong communication skills and confidence working with non-financial stakeholders

Apply below or get in touch with Marc Norton at Artemis Human Capital for full details.