Financial Accountant - Belfast City Centre (9-12 Month FTC) At-a-Glance Fully qualified Financial Accountant sought for a 9-12 month fixed-term contract Reputable professional services firm in Belfast city centre Hybrid working - 2-3 days in office per week Competitive Salary £40,000 - £45,000 Immediate or short-notice start preferred About the Company Our client is a well-established professional services firm based in Belfast city centre with a strong reputation for quality and a collaborative, people-first culture. Operating across a broad client base, this is an organisation that takes its finance function seriously - offering a structured environment where a qualified accountant can hit the ground running, make an immediate impact, and work alongside a highly capable team. The Role This is an excellent opportunity for a fully qualified accountant to step into a busy and varied Financial Accountant role on a 9-12 month fixed-term basis. You'll work closely with the wider finance team, taking ownership of key financial reporting, month-end processes and compliance activity. The role is well suited to someone who is immediately available or on a short notice period, thrives in a fast-paced professional environment, and can bring structure and accuracy to a demanding finance function from day one. Key Responsibilities Prepare and deliver accurate monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements Manage month-end close processes including journals, accruals and prepayments Reconcile balance sheet accounts and maintain the integrity of the general ledger Support the preparation of statutory accounts and assist with audit processes Produce management reporting packs and variance analysis for senior stakeholders Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and internal financial controls Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors and other third parties as required Identify and implement improvements to financial reporting processes and controls What You'll Need Essential: Fully qualified accountant - ACA, ACCA or CIMA Proven experience in a financial accounting role with strong technical grounding Solid understanding of financial reporting, statutory accounts and audit processes Experience of month-end close, balance sheet reconciliations and management reporting High level of attention to detail with the ability to work to tight deadlines Strong communication skills and the confidence to liaise with senior stakeholders Immediately available or able to start on a short notice period Right to work in the UK and ability to commute to Belfast city centre Nice to Have: Experience within a professional services environment Exposure to process improvement or systems implementation projects Why Apply? Competitive salary Hybrid working Belfast city centre location, well served by public transport Genuine variety across financial reporting, compliance and stakeholder management Supportive and experienced finance team to work alongside Apply For more information or to apply, connect with Emma Groves on LinkedIn or submit your CV via the link below. Skills: accounts management accounts ledger reports tax audit
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