Payroll Officer + Accounts (Belfast, Hybrid, 12 month FTC)

VanRath; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Belfast is looking for a Payroll Officer with Accounts for a 12-month fixed-term contract. You will process payroll and handle accounts, while gaining exposure to financial reporting across the UK and ROI. Ideal candidates should have over 3 years of experience and proven payroll processing skills. The position offers a competitive salary and hybrid working options.

Benefits

Competitive salary from £30,000+

32 days annual leave

State-of-the-art offices

Immediate start available

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in a finance role.
• Proven payroll processing experience.
• Confident using Excel and payroll systems.

Responsibilities

• Process monthly payroll for UK and ROI teams.
• Support bank reconciliations and internal financial reporting.
• Manage the sales ledger and purchase ledger duties.

Skills

End-to-end payroll experience

Strong organisational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Education

Working towards IATI or CIPP

Tools

Sage (UK/ROI)

Job description

Payroll Officer with Accounts - 12 Month FTC (Potential to Extend)

An excellent opportunity has arisen to join a leading organisation in Belfast City Centre as a Payroll Officer with Accounts. This is an initial 12-month fixed-term contract with the strong possibility of extension or becoming permanent. You'll be part of a collaborative finance team, gaining exposure to payroll, accounts, and reporting across the UK, ROI, and international operations. The business offers modern offices, hybrid working, and clear opportunities for professional growth.

What You'll Get

• Competitive salary from £30,000+
• Hybrid working, Belfast City Centre location
• 32 days annual leave
• State-of-the-art offices
• Immediate start available
• Interviews taking place now

What You'll Do

• Process monthly payroll for UK and ROI teams, ensuring compliance with HMRC and Revenue submissions
• Support bank reconciliations, margin analysis, and internal financial reporting
• Manage the sales ledger including payment allocation, account reconciliation, and credit control assistance
• Handle purchase ledger duties: invoice processing, supplier reconciliations, and payment runs
• Maintain the fixed asset register and carry out monthly reconciliations
• Assist with audit preparation, reporting packs, and provide general finance team support

About You

• 3+ years' experience in a finance role
• Proven end-to-end payroll experience
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, able to manage competing priorities
• Excellent communicator and team player
• Confident using Excel, with experience of Sage (UK/ROI) or similar payroll/accounting systems
• Working towards IATI or CIPP is desirable

For further information on this vacancy, or any other Accountancy & Finance job in Belfast or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Chanel Gillen in the strictest confidence.
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