Job ref: TMA15042026 Job type: Permanent Location: Newry Closing date: Wednesday 29 Apr 2026 12:00 Trainee Management Accountant Job Overview The FR&R team are recruiting for an ambitious, motivated and enthusiastic individual as a Trainee Management Accountant to support our department and our key operational stakeholders. This role is interactive, requires drive and determination to continually improve current processes. Norbrook will provide financial and study leave support to the successful candidate to obtain CIMA qualification. Main Activities/Tasks: Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts including managing accruals / prepayments schedules and posting of manual journals. Responsible for the preparation of workings for monthly HMRC submissions e.g. VAT / Intrastat / CIS Assist in the preparation of the annual budgets, monthly balance sheet reconciliations and key management financial reporting to the functions of the business. Assist with year end accounts and Audit preparation Maintaining and improving systems and procedures to support effective financial reporting and budgetary control. Preparing financial reports and information for management reports, grant claims, statistical returns, etc. Ad hoc duties which may include providing assistance for other areas of the wider finance team Develop and maintain strong working relationships with all key stakeholders The trainee accountant will be expected to rotate through various positions within the finance team in order to acquire essential experience, as determined by company needs Essential Criteria: Graduate (Accountancy/Finance min 2.1) Ready to start studying and achieve the CIMA qualification. Experienced user of computer applications, in particular having strong excel skills. At least 1 year's work experience in a finance role Desirable Criteria: Ability to apply accounting knowledge and demonstrate analytical skills Good communication skills, both written and oral. Strong attention to detail. Able to work as a member of a team and to perform effectively under pressure to meet deadlines Duration: Full Time Location: Newry Additional Information: Applicants should be able to provide proof that they have a right to work in the UK at the time of their application. Applicants who are unable to provide this proof will not be considered. We regret that applications received after the closing date and time will not be accepted. Benefits: Free life assurance Pension salary sacrifice scheme with 5% employer contribution Healthcare cash plan 32 days annual leave (increasing with length of service) Wedding leave Enhanced Maternity / Paternity Pay Company Sick Pay Subsidised Canteen Facilities FREE On-site parking Cycle to Work Scheme Tech Purchase Scheme Free Will-Writing Service Employee perks/discounts scheme Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Employee well-being initiatives Employee recognition scheme Career development opportunities Norbrook Laboratories Limited employs a workforce with members of all sections of the community and is committed to appointing people purely on the basis of merit. In accordance with our equal opportunities policy, we would particularly like to welcome applicants from the Protestant Community. To Apply Please forward your CV via the APPLY Now button below.