Financial Reporting SO Accountant (J18718) Belfast, Northern Ireland
Salary: GBP21.45 - GBP21.45 per hour
Location: Newforge Lane
Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week
Pay Rate: £21.45 per hour
About the Role
We are seeking a motivated and technically strong Staff Officer Accountant to join a busy Finance Branch within a public sector organisation. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant to play a key role in delivering high-quality financial services, supporting governance, and contributing to strategic decision-making.
The successful candidate will work closely with senior management, auditors, and operational stakeholders to ensure robust financial management and compliance with public sector accounting requirements.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
* Preparation of Annual Reports and Accounts in line with HM Treasury and Department of Finance guidance, incorporating IFRS standards
* Liaising with internal and external auditors, including the Northern Ireland Audit Office
* Analysis and interpretation of complex financial data
* Production of monthly and quarterly management accounts and financial performance reports
* Providing professional advice and guidance on financial information, accounting standards, and best practice
* Drafting, reviewing, and implementing financial policies, procedures, and internal controls
* Oversight and management of financial processing functions
* Line management of staff and effective allocation of resources
* Promoting strong corporate governance and financial accountability across the organisation
Have successfully passed the final professional examinations and be a full, current member of one of the professional bodies detailed below:
* Chartered Accountants Ireland
* The Institute of Chartered Accountants in Scotland
* The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales
* The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants
* The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
* The Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy
* The Institute of Certified Public Accountants in Ireland
Experience: One year’s experience gained in the last five years, in one or more of the following areas:
* Financial planning and budgeting
* Development/Implementation of Financial Systems
* Strategic planning and decision support in a finance or regulatory environment
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