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. #