Finance Manager – Belfast
Salary: £60,000 – £70,000 per annum
A large business with a strong operational footprint across Northern Ireland is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to join its regional finance team. The organisation operates in a technically complex environment and places a strong emphasis on robust financial control, commercial insight and continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
* Own the financial reporting for a portfolio of Northern Ireland assets, combining statutory and group reporting.
* Coordinate monthly, quarterly and annual reporting, oversee gross margin, cost and working capital reporting.
* Act as the key point of contact for group finance and auditors, supporting forecasting, budgeting and reforecast processes.
* Contribute to business planning and commercial initiatives, helping to drive improvements in cashflow, controls and reporting processes.
* Manage and mentor an Assistant Accountant, support statutory accounts preparation and external submissions.
* Work closely with senior stakeholders across finance, operations and the wider group.
Qualifications
* Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with at least three years’ post‑qualification experience.
* Strong grounding in financial reporting, statutory and group reporting.
* Proven experience in a reporting‑focused finance role.
* Strong knowledge of accounting standards and their application.
* Excellent Excel skills, including financial modelling and data analysis.
* Ability to communicate, influence and challenge senior stakeholders.
* Commercial mindset with curiosity about operational performance.
* Strong time management skills and confidence to work autonomously.
* Experience in SAP, financial modelling or working within an energy, manufacturing or production environment is advantageous.
* Basic understanding of UK taxation is a plus.
Benefits
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Opportunities to influence reporting processes and drive improvements.
* Exposure to forecasting, projects and commercial initiatives.
* Supportive, collaborative working culture.
* Well‑established finance team within a complex and high‑profile operational environment.
We welcome your application if you are interested in a role that offers genuine breadth, responsibility and visibility.
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