SO Accountant - Immediate Start (20ph)

TN United Kingdom; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a qualified Staff Officer Accountant for a 6-month contract in Belfast. This role is perfect for an accountant with public sector experience, offering hybrid working and the potential for a permanent position within a year. Responsibilities include financial analysis, budget management, and preparation of management accounting reports. Join a dynamic team and contribute to improving financial systems and processes within the organization. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to advance their career in the public sector.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant with public sector experience.
• Experience in preparing management and statutory accounts.

Responsibilities

• Analyze financial data and manage budgets effectively.
• Prepare management accounting reports and implement financial policies.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Budget Management

Management Accounting

Financial Reporting

Public Sector Experience

MS Excel Proficiency

Education

Fully Qualified Accountant

Tools

MS Excel

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Client:

Vanrath

Location:

Belfast, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

2

Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

Job Description

VANRATH is recruiting for a Staff Officer Accountant for a 6-month contract with a Civil Service ALB.

This role starts immediately and is ideal for a qualified accountant with experience in the Public Sector. The position may be extended beyond 6 months and offers hybrid working. It could lead to a permanent role within 12 months.

The Role:

• Analysis of financial data
• Budget management, monitoring, and variance analysis
• Preparation of accrual and deferred income journals
• Production of management accounting reports
• Development and review of financial systems
• Providing financial advice and guidance
• Drafting and implementing financial policies and controls
• Building relationships with Science colleagues and supporting their queries
• Seeking process improvements for efficiency
• Gaining knowledge of work within science branches to improve service

The Ideal Candidate:

• Fully Qualified Accountant with Public Sector experience
• Experience in preparing management and statutory accounts
• Proficient in MS Excel, including Pivots and V Lookups