Assistant Accountant


Job description

Join the finance team within a large scale Public Sector environment with a turnover exceeding £1.2bn. This role offers a great opportunity to develop your accounting skills and experience - apply today to find out more.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver day-to-day management accounting and reporting for a division.
  • Support budget holders with reports, investigate variances, and advise on corrective actions.
  • Manage the operation of the finance section, ensuring timely processing of transactions.
  • Maintain financial systems, ensuring compliance with legislation, policies, and standards.
  • Liaise with senior staff on finance matters and provide performance updates.
  • Assist with reports, investigations, and contribute to business improvements.
  • Deputise for the Team Accountant as needed.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

  • Hold one of the following:
  • AAT/IATI final exams, or
  • Foundation papers of a CCAB body, or
  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent.
  • And 3 years' experience in 3 of the following:
  • Budget setting, forecasting, and reporting.
  • Preparation of statutory accounts.
  • Business process improvements within finance.
  • Team management in a finance environment.
  • Use of integrated financial management systems and advanced spreadsheets.
  • Writing reports using SAP Business Objects/Crystal report tools.
  • Finance systems implementation projects.
  • As part of the reference checking and vetting process for this position you will be requested to undertake a Basic Access NI Disclosure. Having a criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position.

Further Information

About the role: Hourly Rate: £17.12 per hour Location: Belfast Hours: 37 hrs per week, Monday to Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm Duration: Temporary, ongoing Holidays: 35 days pro rata Please note closing date for applications is 17th January 2025.

Vacancy ID
1700386
Job ref.
34955
Job Sector
Accountancy and Finance,Secretarial and Administration
Area
Belfast
Location
Belfast
Salary
£17.12 per hour
No. vacancies
1
Contract Type
Temporary
Weekly hours
37
Published date
16/01/2025
Closing date
16/02/2025
Worktime
Monday to Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm

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