Company Accountant - #2092593

Company Accountant - £45000 - £50000 per annum - Belfast

Your new company
Established over many decades, this organisation is a long-standing, family-rooted business with a strong heritage of engineering expertise and continuous evolution. The business has seen steady growth into a respected, multi-faceted operation with a broad presence across the island of Ireland.
You will be joining a well-established and growing organisation operating across Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. The business is known for its strong market presence, commitment to operational excellence, and continuous investment in systems, people, and processes. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role within a dynamic and evolving environment.

Your new role

As a key member of the finance team, you will take ownership of the preparation of monthly management accounts and ROI subsidiary reporting. You will be responsible for year-end audit preparation, statutory accounts, and ensuring compliance with all financial reporting obligations.Your role will also involve supervising the Accounts Administrator, maintaining sales, purchase, and nominal ledgers, and overseeing reconciliations and month-end processes. You will manage payroll on a weekly and monthly basis, including pensions, and set up BACS/FPS payments for approval.In addition, you will oversee VAT and statutory returns across NI and ROI, including Intrastats.Beyond finance, you will oversee credit control, manage internal systems and IT responsibilities, maintain supplier and KPI reporting, and contribute to ongoing business improvements. You will also support operational processes including stock control, contracts, and internal job tracking.

What you'll need to succeed

You will be an experienced finance professional, ideally fully qualified or QBE, with strong knowledge of management accounts and statutory reporting. Experience working across NI and ROI jurisdictions, including VAT and payroll legislation, is highly desirable.You should have hands-on experience with accounting systems, strong Excel skills, and a proven ability to manage multiple priorities. Experience supervising staff and overseeing broader business operations or systems would be advantageous.Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive, solutions-focused mindset are essential for success in this role.

What you'll get in return

You will receive a competitive salary and benefits package, alongside the opportunity to work in a varied and influential role within a growing business. This position offers excellent exposure across both finance and operations, enabling you to make a real impact on business performance and process improvement.
You will also benefit from a supportive working environment and opportunities for professional growth and development.

What you need to do now

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Desired Skills and Experience

Company Accountant - £45000 - £50000 per annum - Belfast


Your new company
Established over many decades, this organisation is a long-standing, family-rooted business with a strong heritage of engineering expertise and continuous evolution. The business has seen steady growth into a respected, multi-faceted operation with a broad presence across the island of Ireland.
You will be joining a well-established and growing organisation operating across Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. The business is known for its strong market presence, commitment to operational excellence, and continuous investment in systems, people, and processes. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role within a dynamic and evolving environment.

Your new role

As a key member of the finance team, you will take ownership of the preparation of monthly management accounts and ROI subsidiary reporting. You will be responsible for year-end audit preparation, statutory accounts, and ensuring compliance with all financial reporting obligations.Your role will also involve supervising the Accounts Administrator, maintaining sales, purchase, and nominal ledgers, and overseeing reconciliations and month-end processes. You will manage payroll on a weekly and monthly basis, including pensions, and set up BACS/FPS payments for approval.In addition, you will oversee VAT and statutory returns across NI and ROI, including Intrastats.Beyond finance, you will oversee credit control, manage internal systems and IT responsibilities, maintain supplier and KPI reporting, and contribute to ongoing business improvements. You will also support operational processes including stock control, contracts, and internal job tracking.

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