Job Description
Recently Qualified Accountant - £42000 - £46000 per annum - Bangor
Your new companyYou will be joining a well-established group based in Bangor, Co. Down, employing staff across multiple sites, with additional international operations. The business operates across several sectors, supplying a diverse customer base across global markets.Your new roleAs a Newly Qualified Accountant, you will join a growing finance team in an office-based role in Bangor, reporting directly to the Group Financial Controller. You will play a key role in producing accurate financial information to support month-end and year-end processes, statutory reporting and commercial decision-making.This role is ideally suited to a recently qualified accountant seeking to build strong commercial and technical experience within an industry environment.Key responsibilities will include:
* Preparing and reviewing monthly management accounts
* Supporting budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis
* Assisting with year-end and external audit processes
* Performing balance sheet reconciliations and investigating discrepancies
* Ensuring accuracy and integrity of financial data
* Contributing to finance process improvements and efficiency initiatives
* Providing financial support and advice to non-finance departments
* Assisting with grant funding applications
* Assisting with HMRC audits and statutory reporting requirements
* Preparing financial information for US statutory filings
* Developing effective working relationships across the business
This is a full-time, office-based role, working 35 hours per week with a flexible working hours policy in place.What you’ll need to succeedTo succeed in this role, you will be:
* ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified (or at final stage)
* Recently trained within practice or industry
* Experienced in month-end close processes and balance sheet reconciliations
* Knowledgeable in financial reporting and internal controls
* Highly analytical with excellent attention to detail
* A confident communicator with the ability to engage non-finance stakeholders
* Strong in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications
Desirable experience includes:
* Use of ERP systems
* Exposure to US business or international reporting
* Previous team supervision or mentoring experience
What you’ll get in returnYou will receive a competitive benefits package, including:
* Flexible working hours
* Employee discount and reward schemes
* Staff discount scheme
* Increased annual leave with length of service
* Onsite electric vehicle charging
* Secure, free onsite parking
What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. # 4790807