Job Categories: Head OfficeJob Type: Assistant AccountantJob Location: BelfastSalary: £28K -£32K DOEHours: 40 hours
We are currently seeking an experienced Assistant Accountant to join the busy Head Office Team working for the Argento Group (includes Argento retail, Angus Properties, Let’s Go Hydro & Let’s Go Padel). This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to progress within a fast-paced commercial environment.
Job Title: Assistant Accountant
Reporting to: Financial Controller
Contract: Full time permanent
Location: Argento Head Office, Belfast BT1 (** currently based in City Centre, and will be relocating to new premises at 10 Lelia Street, Belfast BT4 approx May 2026)
Hours of work: Monday – Friday, 0800 – 1630
Salary: £28,000 – 32,000 per annum (depending on skills and experience)
Benefits:
1. Company laptop and mobile
2. Generous staff discount (after completing 3-months of 6-month probation)
3. Auto-enrolment pension scheme
4. Eye care vouchers & Flu jab vouchers
5. Regular staff events
Job Summary
Support the Financial Controller with day to day running of the finance function, helping to ensure accurate financial information is delivered on time. this is a varied and hands on role offering exposure to month end processes, transactional finance, and commercial reporting.
Responsibilities:
6. Assisting with preparation of monthly management accounting, budgets & forecasts across multiple entities
7. Assisting the purchase ledger, sales ledger and payroll processes
8. Assist with fixed assets, accounts payable and account receivables, asset registry, Vat and Intrastat
9. Reconcile balance sheet accounts and bank accounts
10. Support month‑end processes including journals, accruals and prepayment
11. Reconcile balance sheet accounts and bank accounts
12. Assist with supplier invoices and support payment runs
13. Assist with credit control and customer account reconciliations when required
14. Provide financial support to operational teams across the Group
15. Maintain accurate financial records in line with company policies
16. Support year‑end audit preparation
17. Supporting the Financial Controller in leading & coaching the team, include people management, training and development
18. Assist with ad‑hoc reporting and finance projects
Essential Criteria:
19. Qualified/Part Qualified with one of the following Professional accounting Bodies (CIMA, ACCA, ACA)
20. Minimum of three years’ accounts experience within a busy accounting environment
21. Exposure to working across multiple entities is desirable
22. Experience in working with sage 200
23. Experienced in working to tight deadlines within a highly pressured and change orientated commercial environment
24. Ability to work as a part of a team
25. Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
26. Proactive and organised with the ability to meet deadlines