Newly Qualified Accountant – 1 day in office

Abacus Professional Recruitment Ltd; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Qualified Accountant to join a global financial centre. The role involves managing month-end close activities, driving continuous improvement, and collaborating on strategic projects in a dynamic environment. Benefits include a competitive salary, 7% bonus, and hybrid working conditions (4 days remote, 1 day in-office).

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Bonus: 7% of base salary

Pension: 5% employee + 5% employer

Holidays: 32 days + flexible hours

2pm Finish Fridays

Westfield Health

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Qualifications

• Experience in financial accounting and audit.
• Ability to work in a global, fast-paced environment.
• Practice trained professionals are welcomed.

Responsibilities

• Own month-end close activities for 95 global reporting locations.
• Champion continuous improvement projects.
• Collaborate on strategic projects with the CFO.

Skills

Strong technical accounting skills

Financial accounting and audit experience

Passion for driving change

Team collaboration

Education

Qualified Accountant

Job description

Be Part of Something Big!

Qualified Accountant Financial Centre of Excellence.

Location: Lurgan, Co Armagh (Hybrid – 4 days WFH, 1 day in office)

Salary: £40-44,000 + Benefits

Who They Are

Our client is a global leader in the hi‑tech engineering and manufacturing space. A major NI employer with 2,000+ staff across multiple sites. The financial services centre is the heartbeat of their financial operations, supporting entities across the UK, Europe, Asia, Australia, and the US. From Group Reporting to Payroll, they deliver world‑class financial services that drive decision making and ultimately business success. Based in Lurgan, their team of 170 finance professionals is growing—and they want you to join them!

What You’ll Do

• Own month‑end close activities for 95 global reporting locations—manufacturing, services, and more.
• Champion continuous improvement projects to streamline processes and achieve their goal of becoming world‑leading by 2027.
• Collaborate on strategic projects with the CFO and Corporate Accounting team in the US, including acquisitions and integrations.
• Be part of a dynamic team ranging from graduate accountants to senior leadership.

What They’re Looking For

• A Qualified Accountant ready to make an impact.
• Strong technical accounting skills in financial accounting and audit – practice trained professionals welcomed!
• Someone passionate about adding value, eliminating inefficiencies, and driving change.
• A team player who thrives in a global, fast‑paced environment.

What’s in It for You

• Competitive Salary
• Bonus: 7% of base salary
• Pension: 5% employee + 5% employer (Fidelity)
• Holidays: 32 days + flexible holiday hours
• Hybrid Working: 4 days WFH, 1 day in office
• Perks:
  • 2pm Finish Fridays
  • Westfield Health
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  • Share Purchase Options

Ready to take your career to new heights?

Apply now and join a team that’s shaping the future of global finance with our client.