Job Description
Financial Accountant (Commerce)
* Location: Belfast
* Job Type: Full-time, permanent
* Salary: £45,000
We’re partnered with a high-growth retail group who seek to appoint a qualified Financial Accountant to join their growing finance team at their head office in Belfast. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented finance professional with strong analytical skills and experience in a fast-paced commercial environment. The Financial Accountant will support the delivery of accurate financial reporting, stock control analysis, payroll support, and monthly management accounts.
Day-to-day of the role:
* Manage and monitor stock accounting, including valuations, stock counts, stock movements, and margin analysis.
* Support the payroll process, including review, reconciliation, and payroll-related analysis.
* Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting.
* Investigate variances and provide meaningful analysis to support decision-making.
* Work closely with operational teams to improve stock and financial controls.
* Support month-end processes, reconciliations, and reporting requirements.
* Assist with ad hoc financial analysis and continuous improvement within the finance function.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
* Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
* Strong experience in management accounting and financial analysis.
* Commercially astute with a good understanding of stock accounting and margin reporting.
* Experience supporting payroll processes would be advantageous.
* Advanced Excel skills and attention to detail.
* Organised, proactive, and able to work effectively across departments.
To apply for this position, please click ‘apply’ or contact Laurence at Reed Belfast.